Jasper City Mill, Jasper Indiana, Dubois County
Working Grist Mill with 24' Wooden Water Wheel on the Patoka River in Jasper, Indiana. Visitor Center, Country Store, ground cornmeal, Products made by Indiana artistians. Historical Photographs & Plaques, Power House with Driveshaft, Pulleys & Belts, Functioning Mill Stones with Hopper and Hook & Crane. Jasper City Mill is a new mill and was completed in 2009. The new mill is the third mill at this location.
Andrew Evans built the first mill here on the Patoka River in Jasper, Indiana in 1817. Andrew Evans came here from Scott County, Kentucky. Here in Jasper, he built a gristmill. It had one level and an undershot water wheel.
The Enlow family, Joseph and Elander Enlow, purchased the mill and property. The Enlows built their home next to their mill. Their mill was very successful starting in the 1820s.
Francis Eckert from Pfaffenweiler, Germany came to Jasper and purchased the Enlows Mill in 1847. He ran the mill until about 1865 when he built a new three-story grist and flour mill. Francis left his mill to his three sons, Conrad, Jacob and Andrew in 1871. The Eckert Brothers increased the business and shipped flatboats full of barrels of flour down the Ohio and Mississippi River and ultimatley, to New Orleans.
It was in 1879 That the Eckert's started shipping their barrels of flour by train.
By 1883 the Eckert's replaced their mill stones with roller mills. With their new roller milling equipment they were producting 150 to 200 barrels of flour a day.
By 1910, the youngest borther, Andrew Eckert had obtaining sole ownership of the mill. The mill continued making flour until 1930 when the mill closed.
The mill set silent until 1964 when a devastating flood consumed the town and destroyed the foundation of the mill. A few months later the mill was raised. Susequently, the mill property became a city park.
The current, new Jasper City Mill was opened in 2009 with two millers, Ron Brosmer and Randi Schroeder.
Today, June 2012, Jasper City Mill has a striking mill building. Made of poplar, the massive stairs wind around the interior of the three floors. They built the structure with 874 wooden nails and the interior is spectacular. When you come into the mill you will discover the drive shaft that comes directly from the 24' wooden water wheel. The driveshaft is very large carrying pulleys and belts to power the mill stones. They grind corn and sell the cornmeal at their Country Store inside the mill. The mill stone area is elevated from the first floor level. You can see the mill stones, mill stone case, hook & crane and hopper. The miller will show you how the corn is placed into the hopper and then grinds the grain through the mill stones and the cornmeal drops down into a box to be bagged and sold.
The exterior of the mill shows a 24' wooden water wheel that powers gears and moves the enegy into the driveshaft. The wheel has a delightful deck area that you can walk around and visually enjoy the water wheel as it is spinning and clamoring. It is fascinating to see and to listen! I like the tactile experience of getting the water spray, the large movement of the wheel and the energy driven into the power house. Jasper City Mill is a fabulous experience for everyone !
The exterior also allows visitors to view the Patoka River and the dam which is right next to the Third Avenue Bridge.
The Jasper City Mill is located at 160 Third Avenue, Jasper IN 47546. For more information and hours, call the Jasper Park and Recreation Department at 812-482-5959 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday or the Jasper City Mill at 812-482-4924.
Dubois County and Jasper, Indiana - Ball State Video (Spring 2012)
Dubois County ( and its county seat, Jasper are nestled in the heart of southern Indiana.
From the quiet beauty of the Monastery Immaculate Conception on the outskirts of Jasper and the quaint downtown shopping in Huntingburg's 4th Street Shopping District to the Spirit of Jasper dinner train and the Super 46 Sandwich ( winning Bratwurst at the Schnitzelbank in Jasper, Dubois County makes a great vacation spot for a romantic retreat or a quick weekend getaway.
938 E Jasper Dubois Rd - Jasper, Indiana
You’ll find everything you’ve always wished for in your dream home with this 2-story charmer located in nearly 6 acres of wooded area in the country, yet within close proximity to the city of Jasper!!!
From the stunning double-door front entrance to the open concept featuring a garden room w/skylights, which leads to the great room w/24 foot fireplace spanning both floors, leading into the breakfast nook, then into the kitchen loaded with amenities, you will be in awe of the attention that has been given to make this home a rare find. The beauty and convenience of the 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths up and 2 half-baths on main level, plus the over-abundance of closets throughout will satisfy every family member’s needs/wants.
Special features include an open staircase in the center of the home with a break landing, a living room w/gas log fireplace with French doors leading out to a deck, which also has steps leading up to the 2nd floor master bedroom. This master suite includes multiple built-in cabinetries designed and built by Charlie Gabhart, a fireplace, a master bath with skylights and soapstone floor and vanity top. The home also offers a family room and a formal dining room with picture windows to enjoy the ambiance of nature’s beauty surrounding this lovely home.
The kitchen features granite countertops, a sit-down bar that seats 6, a subzero refrigerator, double oven, trash compactor, dishwasher, a 5-burner cooktop and a spacious pantry. The laundry, located on the main level, offers an abundance of cabinets, plus a soaking sink. The outer sunroom has lots of windows, offering a picturesque view of the beautiful landscaping and mature trees. Other special amenities include solid wood six-paneled doors throughout, Intercom and music throughout, and an ADT security system. There is an over-sized 2-car attached garage, plus a 2-car detached garage w/overhead 10’ door, located near the pool building.
A few steps from the house will take you to your private paradise… the building housing a heated pool and a hot tub, (both are salt water). This enclosed area also features a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave and sink, a full bath w/stacked washer/dryer, exposed aggregate w/concrete apron, and is surrounded by a huge deck on one end and a patio on the other.
This lovely home has to be seen to fully appreciate all its beautiful, top of the line, practical features!!
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Jasper Indiana Masters Swim Club
Adam Dawkins talks about the success and fun he had building a Masters club in Jasper, Ind.
Strassenfest - Jasper Indiana German Festival, Opening night
The ceremonial tapping of the first keg and cutting of the first bratwurst highlight this video documenting the opening evening of the 2014 Strassenfest. The community of Jasper, Indiana has been celebrating their German heritage with this festival each year since 1979. Considered one of Indiana's finest festivals, Strassenfest is a four day community party that has great food and a lively atmosphere. The event is organized by the Jasper Deutschverein German club which was formed in 1980.
The Jasper Geode Grotto
This is my story of the Jasper Geode Grotto. Perhaps the most incredible piece of folk art in Indiana, two shrines made of geodes that existed relatively unchanged for 45 years on the grounds of the Providence Home in Jasper, Indiana. Then, in 2016 a new hospital was going to be built on the site of the Saint Joseph shrine and the shrine about to be tragically removed. A non-profit organization, Friends of the Grotto was formed to save as many of the structures of the shrine as possible. The group would also assume ownership of the other shrine, the cave-like Mother of God Shrine featuring a Carrara marble statue of Mary and a ceiling with faux stalactites.
My first taping of the grotto was in July 2015, before the St. Joseph grotto was removed. That day I was quietly walking through, videotaping the Geode Grotto. I was struck by the serenity, peace and spiritually of the place. It was unlike anything I had ever seen. I felt I had just entered a geode-encrusted fantasyland.
As you can imagine there is quite a backstory to the Jasper Geode Grotto.
Father Phillip Ottavi is responsible for the construction of the two shrines that took over 15 years to build. In 1908, Ottavi's parents were killed in a devastating earthquake in Messina, Italy. Four-year-old Phillip was buried for two days under the rubble of the earthquake. Ottavi would grow in an orphanage ran by the man who found him buried under the rocks, Saint Luigi Orione, the founder of the Sons of Devine Providence. Ottavi would become a priest of the Order in 1930. In 1935 Father Phillip was assigned to the Providence Home for mentally handicapped men in Jasper, Indiana. He would become director of the home in 1952.
In the mid-1950s Father Ottavi decided to replace two long-unused handball court with a grotto like the one's that had inspired him in Europe. Using rocks for creating a beautiful spiritual space helped Father Ottavi find peace with the horror he had experienced with rocks as a youth. He dispatched his assistant Father Thaddeus Sztuczko to find rocks to use to build a grotto. Father Thad found the perfect stones in a creek near Heltonville, Indiana about 60 miles from Jasper. As many as 100,000 geodes were trucked to Jasper to construct walls, flower planters, fountains and other structures contained in the Mother of God Shrine and the St. Joseph Shrine on the Providence Home grounds. Construction was completed in 1970.
A Look at Jasper, Indiana
Me and a friend walking around Jasper, very shaky video and my friend narrates most of it.
1907 Newton - Jasper, Indiana
GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!!! If you have always wanted to own your own banquet reception hall and bar, your search is over. You've found it in the V.F.W. building located in Jasper, Indiana. This attractive building, in a high-visibility location, is situated on State Road 231 North in Jasper. The State Highway Traffic Statistics show that between 17,000 to 20,000 vehicles pass by this property every day. It features 9,465 square feet on the main floor, which includes a Ballroom, a smaller meeting room, bar, commercial kitchen with a walk-in cooler and four restrooms.The lower area is 7530 square feet partially finished with two additional restrooms. The shingles are approximately two years old, and the building has gas heat and central air. There is approx. 45,300 square feet of paved parking. Don't miss out on this great business/investment!!!
18 WJTS Conversation With Jasper Mayor Terry Seitz (06/26/17)
18 WJTS News Director Joy Holt is joined with Jasper Mayor Terry Seitz and Superintendent of Miller Valentine Group David Duwell as they take a tour of the Jasper Lofts in this special edition of Monday With The Mayor. (06/26/17)
Experience Dubois County
Our location. your vacation! Enjoy a sneak peek of what southern Indiana's Dubois County can offer you. Surround yourself in the beauty of 1800s architecture, Spirit of Jasper tourist train, European-inspired festivals, trendy shops, destination golfing, unique eateries and nearby casinos, amusement and water parks. Excellent hotels, B&Bs and houseboats await your arrival!
For more visitor information please visit visitduboiscounty.com or call 800.968.4578
Sultans Run Golf Course, Jasper, Indiana
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Jasper Riverwalk
Explore the simplicity of nature with a walk or bike ride on this 2.1-mile paved path in the center of Jasper. Running along the Patoka River, the Riverwalk features a beautiful gazebo, three footbridges, shelter houses, seating along the River, and indoor restroom facilities.
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William B. Bakers Grist Mill
This is a short video showing the site and remains of the William B. Baker Grist Mill on South Spring Creek near Pamplin City Va. in Prince Edward County. Located up the creek from Rosser's Mill.
September 25, 2019 - Huge Mural Takes Shape in Greencastle, Indiana
One of Indiana’s largest murals is being built in Putnam County, began a report this evening. Four grain silos at S&W Feed Center are being transformed into a work of art. It’s at the intersection of U.S. 231 and Veteran’s Memorial Highway in Greencastle. Andrei Krautsou, also known as Key Detail, is the artist. He is free handing the entire project using spray paint.
Bonneyville Mill Goshen Indiana - Mill Stones Grinding Corn
Operating Mill Stones - Grinding Corn. Bonneyville Mill, built in 1837, stands on an island circumvented by the Little Elkhart River. The Little Elkhart River is an extremely old meandering little river with many islands and oxbow lakes. Bonneyville Mill's unique location provides a constant flow of water due to the dam at the left-front of the Mill building. The dam has elevated levels to manage the water and flexible spillways. The water flow is channeled into the lowest level of the mill where it drops down onto and through two turbines. The turbines are attached to the main shaft and gears in the basement. The energy is then directed by pulleys, belts and gears to run the mill stones and other milling equipment. The excess water in the mill is jettisoned out and into a tail race that leads to the Little Elkhart River. As the water is spent from the turbines, the water then flows out from under the Mill and into the tail race. The interior of Bonneyville Mill is spectacular. Although they have two sets of mill stones to grind grain, the Miller, John Jenny is currently using just the one set identified in the video. Notice the capstone which is the moving stone. In the video you can identify the round holes on the either side of the stone that is used to hook the stone up and on the crane to clean and sharpen (dress) the stones. Seeing the holes is fascinating because usually they are covered in a wooden stone case. Here at Bonneyville, you can witness the grinding due to a plastic window accessing the stones, grain and the hook & crane holes. Throughout the three levels of the Mill you will see various types of milling equipment. The basement is a subterranean 4th level of the mill. It houses historical milling items that include shafts, gears and hand-hewn, carved, wooden pulleys. They are in exceptional condition and some of them are very large. I hope you enjoy the Bonneyville Mill video. The following is a history of Bonneyville Mill. - - - - - -
The Bonneyville Mill site was first owned by George Roudebush in 1832, then by Lewis M. Alverson in 1837. Edward Bonney bought a tract of land, 800 acres, for $600. Bonney employed local men to build a 40' by 40', 2 ½ story grist mill, sawmill and rock dam across the Little Elkhart River. The Bonneyville Mill opened in 1837 but the historic name painted on the mill states that it was established in 1832.
Bonney installed a large horizontal turbine which was supplied by the waters of Little Elkhart River. The horizontal turbine was a rare power source in 1837. Bonney sold the mill and its property in 1842 for $10,000.
The Bonneyville Mill had numerous owners until 1898. Cornelius Daily and his wife Lillie purchased the mill in 1898. The Daily's improved and updated the condition of the mill. One of their improvements was a dam constructed with ground limestone / handmade cement. Their restoration projects were rewarded handsomely. Their production alone increased up to 5,500 bushels a year. Their quality of ground buckwheat was renown by the Famous Buckwheat Flour.
Cornelius Daily worked his mill for 20 years. In 1918 Robert A. Blood, Cornelius's son-in-law, purchased the mill. Cornelius's other family members Michael Blood and Frank Mauck assisted in managing the mill.
Robert A. Blood and his family continued to update their mill by installing a water wheel in 1931 that operated a generator that created power for electricity. Their excess of electricity provided 30 farms in the vicinity. In 1935 they increased their grain storage capacity and ultimately increased their product line. They continued grinding their popular cornmeal and flour. They also ground livestock feed, sold fertilizer and sold electricity. Eventually their electricity was supplied by the Northern Indiana Public Service Company. The mill had to pay $4,500 for the public electricity to be available for their mill.
Robert Blood died in 1943. Michael Blood, Robert's son and Frank Mauck continued running the mill. In 1962, Frank Mauch purchased Michael Blood's half-share of the mill. Frank carried on the mill's name and reputation.
The Bonneyville Mill was bought in 1968 by the Elkhart County Chapter of Michiana Watershed, Inc. The mill and the surrounding 155-acres were presented to the Elkhart County Park and Recreation Board in 1969. As of October, 1976, Bonneyville Mill was place on the National Register of Historic Places. Elkhart County has created a spectacular park with the Bonneyville Mill being the focal point.