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.
Holiday Magic at Barker Christmas Cottage
December 4, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Experience the magic of the Barker Christmas Cottage, part of Michigan City’s Barker Mansion. Visitors can explore festive photo settings, holiday crafts, cookie decorating, and a cozy hot cocoa bar. The cottage also features a gift shop, making it a joyful, family-friendly destination to celebrate the season.
For information on nearby lodging. Request a Visit Michigan City LaPorte Visitor Guide.
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- 16 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 40 Minutes to South Shore
- 57 Minutes to Elkhart County
