The town was destroyed during the Civil War and rebuilt, but it ultimately died when the railroad bypassed the town. Jolly Mill is now managed by The Friends of Jolly Mill and The Ozark Highlanders as a public family-friendly park, and it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The town was destroyed during the Civil War and rebuilt, but ultimately declined after the railroad bypassed it.  Now, Jolly Mill is managed by two organizations and serves as a public park for families, with its historical significance recognized by being listed on the National Register of Historic Places.