Millstones - Augusta, MO
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member YoSam.
N 38° 34.270 W 090° 53.135
15S E 684199 N 4271310
Behind the historical museum
Waymark Code: WMYQE5
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 07/11/2018
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
Views: 2

County of site: St. Charles County
Location of site: High St. & Webster St., Augusta
Phone: 636-482-4558 or 636-228-4303

Marker Text:

MILLSTONES
FROM ANCHOR MILL
IN AUGUSTA, MISSOURI
Founded by Henry Schaaf 1850s
Operated by Herman Haferkamp 1870s
Donated By
Herman Haferkamp
Family


"Anchor Mill, with its millstones, was located on the creek near the intersection of Jackson and Locust Streets.
The mill was founded by Henry Schaaf in the 1850's and operated by Herman Haferkamp in the 1870's.
The former Anchor Mill Bed and Breakfast was named in its memory. [now closed]
The millstones were donated by the Herman Haferkamp family." ~ Town of Augusta

Type of mill: Water Mill

What did this millstone make?: flour, from both wheat and corn and rye and barley

Status of Stone: Public Display

Website containing relating information: Not listed

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