Media Resources

Welcome journalists, bloggers, and online influencers to Shipshewana!

We would love to help you gather all of the resources you need to tell a great story about this singular destination, and share your experience with the amazing things to do and see here in LaGrange County and Shipshewana, Indiana.

Shipshewana has the third-largest Amish population in all of the US and is famous for being not only The Heart of Amish Country, but the most frequently chosen destination to experience Amish life.

Millions of people travel to Shipshewana every year to enjoy all the culture, food, shopping opportunities, entertainment, and attractions it has to offer.

While many visitors come during the summer months for the Midwest’s Largest Flea Market, Shipshewana is open ALL YEAR LONG, and offers great getaway opportunities for girl’s trips, anniversaries, outdoor adventures, and family staycations.

The scenic countryside is full of Amish cottage shops, roadside stands, delicious restaurants, opportunities for animal and farm experiences, as well as an extensive park system, over 19 lakes and rivers, and the Pigeon River Fish & Wildlife Preserve.

In addition, the multiple small towns, and Amish communities throughout LaGrange County offer glimpses into the past, historic sites, and amazing meal opportunities for foodies.

Shipshewana also offers unique holiday experiences that you can only have in this small and charming Midwestern town.

Thousands of visitors choose to explore the area using both guided and self-guided tours and trails, such as the Off the Beaten Path Trail, the Barn Quilt Trail, the Pumpkinvine Bike & Hiking Trail, or the new Art Trail Brochure that will lead you to all the local murals and sculptures.

The ALL-NEW Off the Beaten Path Audio Tour will take you all throughout the county to see authentic Barn Quilts, peruse Amish shops, and try yummy treats at roadside stands, all while narrating your journey with interesting stories, facts, and local folklore.

Interest in our old-fashioned destination is high, and the Shipshewana/Lagrange County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau is the perfect source of information and assistance for all your story ideas.

Let us help you with the information, fresh ideas, interview sources, and high-resolution photo and/or video content that you need to make your story complete.

Not sure where to start? We can assist with that as well! Featured story ideas, photos, contact information, and connections to business owners, farmers, and artisans are all available. We’re here to help!

Here in Shipshewana, simple mindful living is a choice, and we invite you to experience it and share our stories.