
Outdoor Adventures

Best Outdoor Things to Do
If you’re looking for a place to unwind, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the simpler things in life, Shipshewana and LaGrange County, Indiana, are ready to welcome you. This area […]

Take a Memorial Day Trip to Shipshewana
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 […]

Award Winning “I Love Shipshe” Sculpture
Take a short walk from the Shipshewana Visitors Center to the Farmstead Inn and you’ll get the chance to be the “I” in the awarded Best IN Indiana Activation, the […]

10 Things to Do This Spring in Shipshewana, Indiana
The season of renewal brings a whole new sense of wanderlust. Rising temperatures and revived greenery invite all to leave their winter lairs and venture into the sunshine. Shipshewana and […]

Gear Up for the Annual Ice Festival
Plan to bundle up and get out of the house for some cool family fun! Here’s the official schedule: Fri. January 17th 10am: Ice Carvers begin creating their designs for […]

Experience the Magic of Fall!
Experience the vibrant colors and crisp air of fall in Shipshewana, Indiana, where adventure awaits at every turn. Shipshewana is in the heart of Indiana’s Amish Country and offers the […]

Experience the Wild at Dutch Creek Animal Farm Park
Shipshewana is well known for its shopping and dining opportunities — but what about glimpses of rare wildlife? Getting up close with wild animals can elevate any destination to legendary […]

Plan Fall Days Full of Family Fun
There’s nothing quite like October in the Midwest. Crisp fall air, the beauty of changing leaves, pumpkins, apple cider, the list goes on. If you’re a fan of fall, you’re […]

10 Tips for Traveling to Shipshewana with Your Pups!
Visiting Shipshewana With Your Four-Legged Friends If you’re a dog lover, you know how the furry little family members can make traveling a nightmare. If you leave them home, then […]

Did You Miss Family Farm Day in LaGrange?
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 […]

Spend a Few Days Outdoors in Gorgeous Shipshewana
Enjoy a Fun 3-Day Outdoor Itinerary! Enjoy the Waterways For those seeking a day of adventure or relaxation on the water, the experienced people at Trading Post Outfitters and T&L […]

A Campground Round-Up
All the Cool Camping Options Near Shipshewana Northern Indiana has a passing familiarity with the RV lifestyle, that’s true. And Shipshewana is no different, as it has both RV parks […]

Artisans Abound in Shipshewana.
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 […]

Show Me Shipshewana Book Signing on June 15th!
MEET THE AUTHOR OF SHOW ME SHIPSHEWANA: A GUIDE TO INDIANA AMISH COUNTRY Meet Emmy-winning author Theresa L. Goodrich on Saturday, June 15 at Davis Mercantile. She will be there […]

Biking in Shipshewana Means a Wheelie Good Time
BIKE SHOP INFO NEW! You can now rent bikes from Otto’s Bike Shop at 2 Chicks & a Chair on Harrison St. Call 574-535-3233 or scan this QR Code: Otto’s […]

Are You Ready to Follow the Barn Quilt Trail?
Barn Quilt Trail Expansion Driving the scenic country backroads of Northern Indiana, you might see something called a Barn Quilt adorning historic barns, family homesteads, Amish farms, and public spaces. […]

Top 5 Ways to Immerse Yourself in Amish Culture!
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 […]

Plan the Perfect Girls’ Getaway to Shipshewana!
So, you and three of your best girlfriends are planning a few days together for some relaxation and much-needed friend time. What could a day in Shipshewana look like for […]

Clearspring Produce & Flower Auction
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 […]

Discover Shipshewana Flea Market Trails.
DISCOVER SHIPSHEWANA FLEA MARKET TRAILS People who love to shop and hunt for bargains obviously love the Midwest’s Largest Flea Market. Sometimes, because it is THE LARGEST, the sheer size […]

Canoeing the Scenic Fawn River
One of the most attractive things about visiting LaGrange County is its wide-open spaces. The gorgeous landscapes, beautiful scenery, and large populations of both domestic and wild animals mean there’s […]

Group Bus Tours & Step-On Guides
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 […]

Meet Jessica Linder!
Meet Jess Linder! The hardworking business co-owner, wife and mom has made relaxation her business, literally! Read on to get to know her and her family a little better, and […]

Do-It-Yourselfers Love Shipshewana! Here’s why:
Are you a Picker? A Home-Improvement Guru? Landscaper? An Antique-Hunter? A DIY’er? Whatever the hands-on hobby, if you like to get your hands dirty, Shipshewana’s for you! Everyone knows that […]
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