Historic Jerusalem Mill Village in Kingsville, MD: Hours, Blacksmith Shop, Trails and History

by Josh Tessier

Published Oct. 30, 2026 | Last updated: Oct. 30, 2026

Historic Jerusalem Mill Village is a free living history village at 2813 Jerusalem Rd. in Kingsville, on the Little Gunpowder Falls near Fallston. The grounds are open sunrise to sunset. The 1772 grist mill museum is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays and Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m.

Here's why I like it. You can watch a blacksmith work, walk into an old general store museum and hit the trails, all in one stop and all without a ticket.

What is Jerusalem Mill Village?

Jerusalem Mill Village is an 18th and 19th century mill village. It sits inside Gunpowder Falls State Park, and the restored grist mill is also the park's headquarters.

A group of volunteers, the Friends of Jerusalem Mill, runs the village. They formed in 1985 to save the village's historic buildings. They work with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to preserve the village and teach its history.

What's the history?

The heart of the village is the original grist mill, built in 1772. The Friends have restored the mill, the Miller's House, the Blacksmith Shop, McCourtney's General Store, the bank barn, the tenant house and the nearby Jericho Road Covered Bridge. Work on the Lee Mansion is still going. For the full story, see the history videos on the About Us page.

What can you see?

Here's what the Friends list as open to the public. Hours depend on volunteers, so confirm before you go.

Stop	What it is	Hours
Grist Mill Museum and Visitor Center	Start here. Exhibits and village history	Sat. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun. and Mon. 1 to 4 p.m.
Blacksmith Shop	Watch a blacksmith work the forge	Sat. and Sun. 1 to 4 p.m.
McCourtney's General Store and Gift Shop	General store museum, plus a gift shop with some items made by village crafters	Changes by season; see the hours page
Miller's House	Family life in the 1800s, with a garden	Sun. 1 to 4 p.m.
Springhouse	How families kept food cold before fridges	Sat. 1 to 4 p.m.
Lee Mansion and Lee Gallery	Rotating art shows	By appointment

The buildings close on Easter and Christmas.

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The red Jerusalem Mill with patches of snow on the ground and bare trees in winter — *Jerusalem Mill in winter.*
Photo: “Jerusalem Mill Dec 09” by Pubdog, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. Taken December 2009. Resized.

Does it cost anything?

No. The grounds and the open buildings are free. The Friends ask for a donation to help keep the place going.

Can you hike there?

Yes. The village connects to miles of trails along the Little Gunpowder Falls. They're open to hikers, bikers and horses. Grab a free trail map at the Visitor Center or the parking lot kiosk. The Jericho Road Covered Bridge is nearby too.

Where do you park?

There's a 24-car paved lot in the village, plus a few spaces in the circle in front of the mill. For special events, grass fields open for overflow parking. From I-95, take Exit 74 and head west on Route 152 (Mountain Road) about 2 miles. Turn left on Jerusalem Road across from Mountain Branch Golf Course and go about 1 mile.

What events happen there?

Music in the Meadow: Sunday evening concerts from May through September. Bring chairs and a picnic. The 2026 price was $15, with kids under 12 free.
Blacksmith School: Two-day beginner classes on weekends, with up to four students per class. The price is $350. You must register.
Field trips: Hands-on history programs for school groups, starting in grade 4.

Check the events calendar before you go.

What's it like living nearby?

The village sits near the line between Kingsville and Fallston. It's quiet, green and close to Route 1 and I-95. If you'd love a home near trails and history like this, look at Kingsville and Fallston. I'll show you what's for sale. Call or text me at (443) 617-2099.

FAQ

Is Jerusalem Mill Village free?

Yes. There is no charge to walk the grounds or visit the buildings that are open. The Friends of Jerusalem Mill welcome donations.

What are the Jerusalem Mill hours?

The grounds are open sunrise to sunset. The Grist Mill Museum is open Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays and Mondays 1 to 4 p.m. Other buildings keep their own hours, mostly weekend afternoons. Hours depend on volunteers, so confirm before you go.

Where is Jerusalem Mill Village?

2813 Jerusalem Rd., Kingsville, MD 21087. It is inside Gunpowder Falls State Park.

How old is Jerusalem Mill?

The grist mill dates to 1772.

Can you hike at Jerusalem Mill?

Yes. The village connects to miles of trails along the Little Gunpowder Falls for hikers, bikers and horses. Free trail maps are at the Visitor Center and the parking lot kiosk.

Is there parking at Jerusalem Mill?

Yes. There is a 24-car paved lot in the village plus a few spaces in front of the mill. Grass overflow fields open for special events.

About the author: Josh Tessier is a Harford County REALTOR® with the Lee Tessier Team at eXp Realty, based in Bel Air. He has 16+ years in real estate and has sold 600+ homes personally (5,900+ for the Lee Tessier Team). He lives in Harford County and is raising his family here. Call or text (443) 617-2099.