From Trails to Museums: Experience Indiana’s Cool North Heritage
Posted on October 1, 2025 by Dina Miller
Indiana’s Cool North is rich with history, offering travelers a journey through time. Explore historic sites like the Barker Mansion and Buckley Homestead, wander scenic heritage trails in Amish Country and Indiana Dunes Indigenous Cultural Trail. Celebrate diverse ethnic heritage through cultural events, museums, and community festivals, while strolling charming small towns. From Native American roots to immigrant influences, history and culture come alive across this northern Indiana region.
All Aboard the Hesston Ghost Train
October Weekends
All aboard for a spine-tingling adventure on the Hesston Ghost Train at the Hesston Steam Museum in LaPorte. This family-friendly Halloween event features a real steam train ride through haunted woods, where passengers encounter ghoulish creatures and search for the elusive Mad Lumberjack. Trains operate on weekends throughout October, offering a thrilling experience for all ages.
For information on nearby lodging. Request a Visit Michigan City LaPorte Visitor Guide.
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- 16 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 46 Minutes to South Shore
- 55 Minutes to Elkhart County
