Indiana’s Cool North for your Back to School Shopping

Back-to-school shopping in Indiana's Cool North is a delightful experience, offering a mix of boutique shops, outlet shopping and independent stores. Families can find everything from trendy clothes to essential supplies, all while enjoying the region's charming small towns and vibrant shopping districts. It's a perfect blend of convenience and local flavor.

Nappanee - Embrace the Pace

 

Coppes Commons — History and Specialty Shops Merge 1

 

Nappanee is a charming town celebrated for its Amish heritage and artisan crafts, such as Amish-made furniture and quilts, Nappanee offers a blend of historical charm and modern convenience. Visitors enjoy local festivals, such as the Nappanee Apple Festival with the 7 foot apple pie, and unique shopping experiences at Neighbors Mercantile and Coppes Commons, where you can also climb the 3-story Worlds Largest Hoosier Cabinet.  Downtown, visitors can enjoy boutiques, ice cream, chocolates, and a stroll through Cartoon Alley, featuring colorful murals and whimsical artwork of Nappanee’s famous cartoonists.

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  • 73 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 78 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 98 Minutes to South Shore

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