Bridgeton Mill News Today

BRIDGETON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– The Holiday spirit has made its way down to Bridgeton a little early. The first of two weekends of the annual Country Christmas concluded on Sunday. This is the most vendors they have had on hand in the event's history. The weekend did not end how they wanted it to as it [...]

Against a back drop of trees turning from green to the jewel tones of fall, covered bridges, built of wood almost two centuries ago, span the creeks and streams that

Are you ready for Indianas largest festival? The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival kicks off Friday morning.

BRIDGETON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– One of the state's most loved places wanted to show people what goes on behind the scenes. Bridgeton Mill had their Milling Day where people could see live demonstrations of all the things at the mill. The event started began in honor of Oliver Evans. Evans designed and built the world's first [...]

BRIDGETON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — The Civil War was reenacted on Saturday and Sunday in Bridgeton for residents to come learn about these times firsthand. This marked the 2nd year since they brought back the reenactment after a 20-year-hiatus. This event included many things for all ages to enjoy. Celia Case was the organizer of this [...]

BRIDGETON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)-- When Mike Roe and his wife bought the Bridgeton Mill back in 1995, there were plenty of people who didn’t think it would last another 5 years. “We bought it from a little, old lady, she was 82, it was in her family for over 50 years,” Roe said. “Everybody was like, [...]

PARKE COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - One historic site in Parke County is celebrating a big anniversary.

Were nearing the 200th anniversary of the Bridgeton Mill in Parke County.

BRIDGETON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)-- A holiday tradition made its return to Parke County, as Bridgeton hosted the “Country Christmas Festival” over the weekend. Mike Roe, owner of the Bridgeton Mill, said he was pleased with the turnout for the opening weekend of the event. “People just love this little town and this county, because other towns [...]

The Parke County Indiana Covered Bridge Festival kicked off Oct. 14. Heres all the detail you need to know if you want to attend.