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Pack Your Bags for a Budget-Friendly Family Adventure in Shipshewana!

2-Day Family Fun Itinerary

Get ready to hit the road and make unforgettable memories in Shipshewana—without stretching your wallet. Discover fun family events for the kids, mom, dad, and even your pets! Enjoy hands-on […]

Pack Your Bags for a Budget-Friendly Family Adventure in Shipshewana!
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Take a Memorial Day Trip to Shipshewana

Amish Country Getaway!

Looking for something to do this weekend for the holiday? Grab the family and head to Indiana Amish Country! From Amish homestyle cooking and shopping off the beaten path to […]

Take a Memorial Day Trip to Shipshewana
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How to Plan a Trip to Shipshewana

Indiana's Amish Country

Indiana’s Amish Country is home to one of the largest Amish communities in the United States, drawing visitors from around the world who are eager to experience its peaceful landscapes, […]

How to Plan a Trip to Shipshewana
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Celebrate National Tourism Week

May 5th through the 9th!

Grab your stretchy pants, suitcase, and a thirst for adventure, and join the Shipshewana/LaGrange County CVB to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW)! Stop by the Visitors Center May […]

Celebrate National Tourism Week

8 Things to Do in Winter in Shipshewana

Live out your Winter Dreams. Explore #VisitShipshewana

Winter in Shipshewana and LaGrange County brings a magical charm, turning the area into a haven for cozy and exciting activities. Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities, indoor entertainment, or […]

8 Things to Do in Winter in Shipshewana
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Shop Shipshewana Small Business Season

Shop small and local for unique goods, gifts, and crafts you can’t find anywhere else.

Small Business Season is the time of year to shop small and locally owned businesses. Shipshewana is chock-full of them. Each has a story to tell, a rich history, and […]

Shop Shipshewana Small Business Season
A Shipshewana Christmas

A Shipshewana Christmas

Experience the Magic of the Lighting of Shipshewana!

As the whispers of the first snowflakes begin and the air turns cool, the quaint town of Shipshewana transforms into a winter wonderland that captures the true essence of Christmas. […]

A Shipshewana Christmas

Did You Miss Family Farm Day in LaGrange?

You can still check out the Northern Indiana Steam & Gas Show!

Every year, local Amish have a Family Farm Day on farmland in LaGrange, Indiana. The event lets non-farmers, or farming equipment enthusiasts, check out how many of the common jobs […]

Did You Miss Family Farm Day in LaGrange?
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7 Ways to Relax and Unwind in Shipshewana, Indiana

Need to get away from the hustle and bustle of life? Experience the tranquil charm of Indiana’s Amish Country in Shipshewana, Indiana, where every moment promises a serene escape and […]

7 Ways to Relax and Unwind in Shipshewana, Indiana
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Artisans Abound in Shipshewana.

Handmade and one-of-a kind items can be found around every corner!

Artisans & Craftsman Patience and craftmanship are prized in LaGrange County, which helps explain why these communities are known for well-crafted furniture, quilts, hand-loomed rugs, wood crafts, leather goods, and […]

Artisans Abound in Shipshewana.
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Dining in an Amish Home: An Unforgettable Experience in Shipshewana, Indiana

Bucket list!

Dining in an Amish home has been on my bucket list for a long time. When I had the opportunity to go to one, I jumped at the chance. The […]

Dining in an Amish Home: An Unforgettable Experience in Shipshewana, Indiana
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7 Tips for Traveling to Amish Country

Northern Indiana Amish Country

Understand the Grid! Road names and numbers can be confusing. Road names are based on the distance in miles from US 20 and State Road 9 (SR 9): The East & West […]

7 Tips for Traveling to Amish Country
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Top 5 Ways to Immerse Yourself in Amish Culture!

The Amish of Shipshewana Welcome You

Menno-Hof Museum The Menno-Hof Cultural Museum shares a narrated history of Anabaptism and how the religion eventually became the Amish and Mennonite cultures that we know today. See and hear […]

Top 5 Ways to Immerse Yourself in Amish Culture!
Clearspring produce auction

Clearspring Produce & Flower Auction

A not-to-be-missed Amish Country Experience

JUST DOWN THE ROAD FROM SHIPSHEWANA IS A HIDDEN GEM If you’ve never attended the Clearspring Auction, it is something amazing to see. Located just down the road a bit […]

Clearspring Produce & Flower Auction
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5 Things to Do in Shipshewana in the Spring

Spring in Shipshewana offers a fresh and colorful array of fun and fascinating activities. As the weather warms and nature awakens, visitors are invited to explore the rich tapestry of […]

5 Things to Do in Shipshewana in the Spring
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Enjoy a Full Week of Quilt Events in June!

Quilt Shows, Raffles, Prizes, Markets and more! Hop to It!

In Amish Country, fabric creations are an art form. In Shipshewana you can find: knitting, macrame, hand-sewn clothing, weavings, hand-loomed rugs, but this area is well-known for beautiful quilting. Amish […]

Enjoy a Full Week of Quilt Events in June!
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Blue Gate

The Humble Beginning of a Hospitality Giant

How do you turn a leisure activity into an expansive hospitality group drawing millions to a town of under 700? Hard work. Craftsmanship. A welcoming spirit. For Blue Gate Hospitality […]

Blue Gate
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Group Bus Tours & Step-On Guides

Shipshewana Loves Groups!

Shipshewana is one of the most popular Group Tour destinations in the U.S.   Visitors choose Group Bus Tours for a number of reasons! No driving, and no navigating. You […]

Group Bus Tours & Step-On Guides
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A Barn Quilt How-To Guide

Driving the scenic country backroads of Northern Indiana, you’ll likely see Barn Quilts adorning historic barns, family homesteads, Amish farms, and public spaces. Similar in design to fabrics quilts, traditional […]

A Barn Quilt How-To Guide

Group Tour Make & Takes are Fun & Educational

Whether you're weaving a basket or pretzel dough, the results so satisfying!

Group Tours get to do some fun stuff: Shipshewana, Indiana is a beloved destination for a variety of travelers due to the kinds of attractions, events, and experiences available. It’s […]

Group Tour Make & Takes are Fun & Educational

Expanding the Barn Quilt Trail for 2024

Local artist Karen Weiland is busy this winter season, working with the all the local farm and business owners who applied to host all new Barn Quilts in 2024. As […]

Expanding the Barn Quilt Trail for 2024

Dolls & Amish Culture

Amish individuals do not possess photos of themselves because it’s believed that they may encourage vanity, which runs counter to their  religious ideals of community and equality. The dolls played […]

Dolls & Amish Culture
Homemade spices to purchase at the Shipshewana farmers market

Happy Salt is a Shipshewana Tradition

Happy Salt has been around since since 1985, a Shipshewana staple for almost 40 years! Kevin Horn is the owner of Shipshewana Spice Company, and Happy Salt was created by […]

Happy Salt is a Shipshewana Tradition

Artist Cassi Graber Completes New Shipshewana Mural

Greetings from Shipshewana

Thanks to a grant from the Indiana Destination Development Corporation, Shipshewana now has another beautiful mural to admire in the Downtown Shopping District. It’s called “Greetings from Shipshewana.” Completed recently […]

Artist Cassi Graber Completes New Shipshewana Mural