Red Mills was a functioning grist mill from 1821 until the early 1970’s. Located in Shelby County, Indiana, the mill operated on Sugar Creek north of the little town of Boggstown.
For decades the mill had been a magnet to artists who used the mill as the object of countless paintings, both oil and water color. Sher and I had enjoyed lunch at a restaurant in Greenwood, and on the way home decided to take a little drive through the country. The attached photos are the result.
The scale shed received and weighed all of the wagons of grain brought to the mill by the local farmers. Today you can get to Red Mills by exiting on London Road off I-74, (east of Indianapolis) then head south. Soon you will see a brand new bridge on your right. Continue south and about 100 yards later you will make a sharp right hand turn and be at the Red Mills.
Roadtirement 
Great history and photos!
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Thanks Phill! 😀
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It’s been milling around for a looong time.
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Been a local landmark for years.
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Fine history
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Thanks Derrick.
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I love the photos and the history. There are mills close to where I live, which are used for restaurants and shops. These mills were known as the Roswell Manufacturing Company, and they are favorite spots for photography. They are in a lovely setting with a covered bridge and waterfalls. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roswell_Mill
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Your link was most interesting too. Mills have played such an important role in history. My grandfather refurbished an 1830’s brick mill for his residence.
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What fun to visit our past! I am a little un-nerved when I recognize many of the tools that were used in ancient times.LOL
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It is always a bit awkward when we date ourselves, isn’t it? 😉
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I love those old molls.
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They are fun. My paternal grandfather remodeled and lived in one for years.
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