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.
One-of-a-Kind Gifts at Goertzen Pottery for Everyone on Your List

Step into Goertzen Pottery this holiday season and discover unique, handcrafted treasures perfect for gifting. From beautifully glazed mugs to decorative bowls, each piece carries charm and craftsmanship. Warm, welcoming, and full of festive spirit, Goertzen Pottery is the ideal spot to find meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.
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- 68 Minutes to Michigan City
- 74 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 93 Minutes to South Shore