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.
Historic Halls Filled with Holiday Cheer at the Miller School Shops
Holiday shopping at the Miller School Shops & Spaces in Gary invites you into a creative, historic setting filled with artisan vendors. Explore three floors of handmade goods, vintage treasures, and unique décor perfect for thoughtful gifts—plus discover something special to bring home for your own holiday décor.
For information on nearby lodging and Trip Ideas. Request a destination guide for the South Shore.
- 32 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 47 Minutes to Michigan City
- 87 Minutes to Elkhart County
