In 1880 Robert Bruce Montgomery paid $1200 for 80 acres located between Longmont and Lyons. During its early years, the Montgomery Farm grew sugar beets, corn, wheat, oats, barley, alfalfa as well as garden produce. The farm is now run by Robert's grandson , Donald E. Montgomery, who raises cattle and horses as well as a crop of hay. The farm retains several historic structures, including the original 1880 house.