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Historical:
The History of Shipshewana
The Story of Davis Mercantile
The Story of Mel Riegsecker and the Blue Gate
Menno-Hof Museum and the History of the Amish and Mennonites in America
The Story of the LaGrange County Park Pioneer Cabins
Amish Culture:
Amish Culture Overview
Amish Dolls
A Tradition of Amish Quilting
A Tradition of Purple Martins
How a Buggy is Built/Types of Transportation/Taking a Buggy or Carriage Ride
A Traditional Thresher’s Dinner or Amish Wedding Feast
Handmade Rugs/Rug Looms
What is an Amish Cottage Shop?
Barn Quilts
In-Home Amish Meals
Beekeeping & The Story of B Honey
Traditional Amish Recipes & Unique Amish Foods
Famous Shipshewana Pies
What is a Kitchen Garden?
Traditional Canning and Preserves
Touring Shipshewana:
The newly-expanded Barn Quilt Trail (over 80 Barn Quilts)
Amish Businesses Trail (over 120 businesses)
What is a Group Tour like through Shipshewana?
The Brown Bag Tour/Step-on Guides
Off the Beaten Path Tour
2024’s All-new Off the Beaten Path Audio Tour
Visit a Working Local Amish Dairy Farm
The Art Trail
Top Ten Fall Selfie Spots in Shipshewana: Can you find them all?
Outdoors Adventures in Shipshewana:
Pigeon River Fish & Wildlife Preserve
Pine Knob Hiking & Archery Trails
Trout Fishing/Hatchery/April Start of Fishing Season
LaGrange County Lakes & Parks Overview
Turkey/Rabbit/Squirrel/Waterfowl Hunting Seasons
The 2024 FAE Midwest Sportsmen’s Classic
LaGrange County Campgrounds & RV Parks
Family-Friendly Outdoor Itineraries
Dog-Friendly Outdoor Itineraries
The Pumpkinvine Nature Trail
Golfing in LaGrange County
Wildflowers 101
Disc Golf
Family Fun:
Cook’s Bison Ranch
Dutch Creek Animal Farm
Kid-Friendly Events at The Michiana Event Center
Family-Friendly Camping Itineraries
Take a Ride on the 100-Year-Old, Fully Restored Carousel
Fun Fall Activities
Winter Family Activities
Shopping:
Weekly Vintage & Antique Auctions
Largest Flea Market in the Midwest!
Davis Mercantile
Shopping the Backroads of LaGrange County
Artisan-Made Pieces
The Arts of Shipshewana
Cherry Pickers and Reclaimed Items
Shipshewana’s Downtown Shopping District
The Story of Yoder’s Meat & Cheese
Shops for Kids
Where to Find Shipshewana Branded Souvenirs and Keepsakes
The Teaberry Story
The Honeyville Quilt Auctions
Christmas in Shipshewana:
Lights of Joy
The Lighting of Shipshewana
Seasonal Concerts at the Performing Arts Center
Hotels and B&Bs Decked Out for the Holidays
Gift Shopping in Shipshewana
Artisan-Made for Holiday Gifting
A Carriage Ride Through the Lights of Downtown Shipshewana
Baked Goods & Candy Shops
Food & Entertainment:
Outdoor Events & Festivals
Rodeos, Horse Shows, Truck Pulls, and World-Class Concerts
Food and Craft-Making Demos: What to see and Where to See it
Restaurant Row
Producing Local Maple Syrup
Amish Noodles
Hand-Made Soft Pretzels
