Welcome to Centennial Farms and Orchard
We are located in the historic town of Augusta, Missouri in southwestern St. Charles County. Our farm is less than an hour's drive from most parts of St. Louis (see our directions page)
The farm has been owned and operated by our family since 1854. We represent the fourth generation and our grandson Gabe Wright, who manages the farm, represents the sixth generation. Our first orchards were planted in 1969 on what had been a grain and livestock farm.
We offer a "taste of history" along with seasonal fruit and good things made in our farm kitchen. Come visit our market in the 160-year old timber framed barn which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Ellen Knoernschild, Owner
- Gabe Wright, Manager
200 Year Celebration
Centennial Farms was featured this week in an article in the Washington Missourian. This September marked the 200th anniversary of the founding of the farm, which has been in the Knoernschild Family since 1854.
For over 50 years, this has been Ellen Knoernschild’s weekend routine for more than half of the year. However, this year marks a special milestone for her and her family. Sept. 24, 2021, was the 200th anniversary of the family’s farm, Centennial Farms. The farm has been both an economic means and treasured heirloom for seven generations of Knoernschilds since the 1850s.
Miserez, Laura. “Knoernschilds celebrate 200 years of Centennial Farms.” emissourian.com, October 13, 2021.
Pick your own apples are all picked for the year. We have picked the remaining Arkansas Black apples and they will be available in the market this weekend.
We do have an excellent selection of pick your own pumpkins as well as gourds and mums for sale. Our Halloween figures on on display. There is no admission or parking charge.