Millstone Farms and Gardens

Millstone Farms and Gardens Millstone Farms and Gardens is a small farm in the Blue River Valley of Henry County, Indiana.

Besides growing hostas, daylilies, and lavender, the farm provides a picturesque outdoor venue for weddings, family reunions, and various other celebrations. Owners, Dennis and Cathy Hamilton, lived in Indiana most of their early lives, but moved to Ohio after college and lived there for 35 years, with Dennis working in the corporate world and Cathy in education. In 2007, the two of them, along wi

th daughter Sarah, an adult with special needs, decided to settle near New Castle, Indiana, Cathy’s childhood home. Sarah expressed a dream of owning a farm, so, with only a few acres, they decided to build a small farm: Millstone Farms and Gardens. The name “millstone” has two special meanings to the Hamiltons: 1) a millstone is symbolic of their honoring their traditional, hardworking ancestors who toiled the land in their quest for a fair and free life in central Kentucky and southern Indiana, and 2) in Luke 17:2, Jesus stated “It would be better for them to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around their neck than to cause one of these little ones to stumble.” It is important for the Hamiltons to heed these words, to honor God’s gift of the earth, while at the same time striving to live so as not to cause others, especially children, to stumble in their spiritual journey.

Plans are under way for a Saturday wedding at Millstone Farms and Gardens!
09/15/2021

Plans are under way for a Saturday wedding at Millstone Farms and Gardens!

I have my items ready for tomorrow morning's Plant Swap, starting at  9 am sharp. How about you?
05/07/2021

I have my items ready for tomorrow morning's Plant Swap, starting at 9 am sharp. How about you?

The HOPE Initiative's annual plant swap is this Saturday, May 8, promptly beginning at 9 am; so those attending should t...
05/04/2021

The HOPE Initiative's annual plant swap is this Saturday, May 8, promptly beginning at 9 am; so those attending should try to be at our red barn no later than 8:45 am, preferably by 8:30 am.

Those who bring swapping items will have first pick of the offerings in rounds one and two, but those who initially don't have anything to swap will be welcome to join in the remaining rounds.

This event is rain or shine! (Looks like rain in the forecast.) That's okay: since we cancelled last Fall's swap due to the pandemic, we are anxious to see everyone. See you there!

04/28/2021

After a year of postponing the Plant Swap, we are pleased to announce that this Spring's Plant Swap is scheduled for Saturday, May 8, starting at 9am. More details will be coming. The plants have missed you, and so have we!

A fall wedding in the Blue River Valley.  This is a fantastic drone-taken photo of last Saturday's wedding at our farm. ...
10/15/2020

A fall wedding in the Blue River Valley. This is a fantastic drone-taken photo of last Saturday's wedding at our farm. Thanks to the new husband and wife for sharing this.

Millstone Farms and Gardens was honored to host another wedding yesterday. It was a beautiful fall day, and the bride an...
10/11/2020

Millstone Farms and Gardens was honored to host another wedding yesterday. It was a beautiful fall day, and the bride and groom did a fantastic job of organizing their special day. May their marriage be blessed.

Does anyone know what these beautiful, orange flowers are called?  Someone thought they might be a type of marigold. The...
10/01/2020

Does anyone know what these beautiful, orange flowers are called? Someone thought they might be a type of marigold. They are actually growing in the gravel, not in the flower bed. I didn't plant them!

So, my little John Deere was having a hard time running, and the theory is there is dirt in the gas tank and/or line. So...
09/10/2020

So, my little John Deere was having a hard time running, and the theory is there is dirt in the gas tank and/or line. So with the help of my friend Leon (actually, Leon is doing most of the work...I'm the "helper"), we had to remove a large amount of the front of the tractor just to be able to remove the gas tank for cleaning. There are numerous bolts and nuts, plus several parts laying around. I sure hope Leon remembers how it all goes back! (P.S.: I don't!)

On Saturday, Millstone Farms and Gardens had the honor of hosting our first wedding! Approximately 80 people watched the...
09/07/2020

On Saturday, Millstone Farms and Gardens had the honor of hosting our first wedding! Approximately 80 people watched the newlyweds' ceremony, then enjoyed the food, music and companionship. The weather was almost perfect.

Cathy designed this succulent garden. It will be for sale at tomorrow's Farmers Market.
06/19/2020

Cathy designed this succulent garden. It will be for sale at tomorrow's Farmers Market.

Had this old boot laying around, and decided to give it a new job. What do you think?
06/05/2020

Had this old boot laying around, and decided to give it a new job. What do you think?

This has certainly not been a easy decision, but due to the Covid-19, we have decided to cancel this year's Lavender fes...
05/31/2020

This has certainly not been a easy decision, but due to the Covid-19, we have decided to cancel this year's Lavender festival. We will certainly look forward to continuing with this festival in 2021.

In a more positive message, the Henry County Farmers Market, after just conducting its third Saturday of the season, is off to a roaring success. More vendors continue to join, and the crowds have been large. And, starting this year, customers can order online, then pick up their pre-packaged orders at the market. To do so, go to the Market's new website at www.henrycountyfarmersmarket.com. When you visit the Market, make sure to stop by Millstone Farms and Gardens' booth!

Your Market is an aggregator and online marketplace of locally grown and produced food. We make it possible for farmers to work together to meet the growing demand for local, sustainable food in the Your Market area. Farmers benefit from the marketing, selling, packaging and delivering of their prod...

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1500 Alabama Street
New Castle, IN
47362

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+15132955360

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