Historic Mill Creek Accessibility

Sensory Considerations

• General
  • Visiting Historic Mill Creek is a mostly outdoor experience. The weather can change quickly in northern Michigan, ranging from hot to cold, calm to very windy, and dry to humid and rainy.
  • While usually not too bad, a variety of insects may be present while visiting. Large numbers of insects, including mosquitoes and biting flies, may be present at the site, especially on the forest trails.
  • Snacks and drinks can be enjoyed throughout Historic Mill Creek.
  • Some spaces, including the sawmill, may become crowded.
  • The floor and structure of the sawmill may vibrate during demonstrations.
• Sights
  • Museum staff wearing historical clothing are stationed throughout the site.
  • Some exhibit spaces are purposefully kept dark. Others are brightly lit.
  • The sawmill features multiple large, moving parts when operated for demonstrations.
• Sounds
  • Museum staff will loudly announce the beginning of all programs. They may also ring a metal triangle.
  • Demonstrations at the sawpit include the sounds of saws and axes in use.
  • The sawmill produces loud, repetitive sounds when operated for demonstrations.
  • Water rushing over the mill dam or flowing down the creek may be loud.
  • Traffic noises from the highway can be heard throughout the site.
• Smells
• • Some buildings may smell musty.
  • Demonstrations in the sawmill and at the sawpit may produce the smell of freshly-cut wood.