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.
Little Chocolatiers Celebrate Halloween in Cedar Lake
October 18-19, 2025
Morkes Chocolates in Cedar Lake hosts a delightful Halloween Chocolate Making event for kids from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Children can enjoy crafting chocolate suckers, dipping sweet and salty treats, and completing a fun Halloween-themed art project. The event lasts approximately 45–60 minutes and is priced at $19.95 per child. No appointments are necessary; families can walk in during the event hours. This hands-on experience offers a sweet way to celebrate the spooky season!
For information on nearby lodging and Trip Ideas. Request a destination guide for the South Shore.
- 46 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 60 Minutes to Michigan City
- 100 Minutes to Elkhart County
