Barn Quilt Trail in LaGrange County
A great social distancing activity!! Grab the self-guided tour map at the Shipshewana Visitor Center and drive around the county to check out these vibrant and unique pieces of art. Over 30 Barn Quilts to Check out on the Trail! There’s no better way to experience the culture and history of rural Northern Indiana than …
About The Amish Culture: Six Social Courtesies
LaGrange County and Shipshewana are home to the third-largest Amish community in the nation. This community’s simple way of life is the reason many people visit our area — to observe, learn about, pay tribute to, and purchase items from the Amish. Here are a few things to remember as you travel to our area …
10 Ways To Unplug In Shipshewana, Indiana
Many vacation destinations have added technology services to make the trip more convenient and efficient – at the cost of making the experiences less personable and tying you to your phone. Shipshewana is one of the few places that is the exception to that trend, and our way of simple living makes us the perfect …
Best Tours in Amish Country, Indiana
You’re in Amish Country, so what better way to immerse yourself in the culture than a tour? Whether you’d rather travel by buggy or bus, there’s a tour to satisfy your curiosity. Get Up Close and Personal with the Amish Way of Living Hop on board the bus and join your tour guide for a …
Gleason Visits 5 Family-Friendly Activities in LaGrange County
Gleason Family Adventures recently visited Shipshewana/LaGrange County and their family had a great time! Read about 5 Family Friendly Activities they enjoyed while they were here. 5 Family Friendly Activities The Gleason Family also checked out Twin Mills Resort while they were here. To read about their camping experience, click the link below! Twin Mills …
Do Amish Celebrate Easter?
It’s common curiosity to compare our normal traditions to those of another culture, which is why we get asked this question often: Do Amish celebrate Easter? The short answer is yes, but their activities and traditions may be different than what your family is used to. On Good Friday, you’ll find Amish families taking a …
Amish Noodles
There’s one thing you’ll find in the kitchen of every Amish home, as a matter of fact, most homes in LaGrange County; Amish noodles. They’re a staple around here since they’re easy to add to any dish. But where do you buy them? What can you make with them? Can you make them yourself? Hint: …
Guided Bus Tour with Great Life Tours
Eager to start our day full of exploring, we stepped outside the hotel and let the fresh Northern Indiana air wake us up. Our step-on tour guide, Vickie Estep from Great Life Tours, welcomed us aboard the bus, excited about what she had in store for us. With over 10 years of experience, she could …
Do the Amish Celebrate Christmas?
This blog was originally posted December 21, 2015, revised October 26, 2018 by Jordan Mazzoni. You probably won’t find decorated trees, hanging wreaths, or wrapped presents in an Amish home during the holidays, but you will find the spirit of Christmas alive and well. As I was out and about these last few weeks visiting …
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