The Mills House inducted into the Historic Hotels of America

To be accepted by Historic Hotels of America, The Mills House had to qualify in three areas.

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The Mills House is one of ~300 hotels and resorts that is recognized by Historic Hotels of America.

Photo provided by The Mills House

Congratulations are in order. The Mills House has been inducted into Historic Hotels of America, which recognizes, celebrates, and promotes the nation’s historic hotels.

The iconic pink building sits on the corner of Meeting and Queen Streets. It is now one of ~300 hotels and resorts recognized for preserving and maintaining its historic integrity, architecture, and ambiance.

Historic Hotels of America qualifications include:

  • Must be at least 50 years old
  • Designated by the US Secretary of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark or listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places
  • Recognized as having historic significance

The Mills House celebrated its 170th anniversary last August.

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