Autry Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center

This magnificent preserve comprises some of nature's more unique and wonderfully preserved outdoor venues for nature lovers of all ages and interests. The Visitors' Center is the starting point of this adventure into a natural world situated on 46 acres of ravine forest. At this restored 1860's tenant house guests can wander around the many indoor animal exhibits and gather information on they have in store during their tour of the preserve grounds. After departing the Visitor's Center guests can meander along the two miles of walking trails that twist and turn past creeks and rocky shoals. Nature enthusiasts will marvel at the wide variety of wildflowers, trees and animal life found along the way. The Heritage Village sits on a corner of Autrey Mill's 46 acres and consists of 8 buildings plus a large pole barn. The DeBray Chapel, Farm Museum, and Program Barn were original to this site. The Summerour House, Warsaw Church, Green Country Store, and Tenant Farmhouse were preserved by Autrey Mill and relocated from nearby locations. The village and its related displays give an understanding of the area's proud heritage from the mid 1800s to the mid 1900s. During their visit guests will see replica Native American dwellings; a Victorian era farmhouse built in the 1880's, the Warsaw Church constructed in the 1860's, and other historical building sites.