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.
Toys Through Time: A Ruthmere Holiday Tour
November 29 – December 30, 2025
Ruthmere’s Holiday Tours: Toys Through Time offers a nostalgic journey through holiday history. Guests explore beautifully decorated rooms showcasing antique and vintage toys, discovering how children celebrated through the decades. Guided tours highlight the artistry and stories behind each piece, creating a festive, educational, and enchanting experience for visitors of all ages.
For information on nearby lodging. Request a destination guide for Elkhart County.
- 67 Minutes to Michigan City
- 73 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 92 Minutes to South Shore
