Group Attractions & Entertainment
Experience the Quilt Gardens TourSM
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American Countryside Farmers Market
Amish Acres Historic Farm, Restaurants, Theatre, Shops and Inn
Cook's Bison Ranch
Das Dutchman Essenhaus
Bonneyville Mill
Elkhart Civic Theatre
Elkhart County Historical Museum
Elkhart River Queen
Goshen College Historical Quilt Mural Tour
Hall of Heroes
Linton's Enchanted Gardens
Meadow Brook Farm
Menno-Hof Amish Mennonite Story
Middlebury Community Historical Museum
Midwest Museum of American Art
Oscar Morse Peonies
Prairie Trail Herb Farm
Ruthmere Museum
RV/MH Hall of Fame Museum
Schmidt Furniture
Shipshewana Flea Market and Auction
Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre
Blue Gate Theater
Municipal Band
LVD's
“Notcho Trouble” the Clown
Playhouse Productions Murder Mystery
Rebecca Haarer Historical Quilt Presentation
Shipshewana Nancy
The Square Dance Callers
The Heartland Country Cloggers
The Palace Theater Vaudeville Variety Show
YMCA Senior Center “Concerts on the Green”
American Countryside Farmers Market
27919 CR 26
Elkhart, IN
574.296.7827
Email: market@americancountryside.us
Web: www.americancountryside.us/market/
Group Contact: Rene Hostetler
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This one-of-a-kind destination boasts the distinction of being the world’s largest Amish built wood-peg barn! The 51,000 square foot building has something for everyone with unique merchants and artisans, out door vendors in the warmer weather, events and entertainment! Have lunch in the open food court atrium, enjoy tasty treats as you browse or take some home to savor the goodness later.
Culinary Cooking Classes are offered in our state-of-the-art Countryside Kitchen with Chef Adam bringing his European training to our home town atmosphere. Come hungry because Chef Adam’s class includes a full meal where everyone goes home with the recipes as souvenirs.
Spend a few hours or stay for the whole day. Relax with a horse drawn wagon ride or view our Quilt Garden from the air as you fly over the scenic Indiana countryside in a helicopter.
Cooking Classes, Wagon Rides and Helicopter Rides are all prearranged.
American Countryside is open all year round and the temperature inside is always the same!
Hours: Our summer hours are in effect from May through the end of October. They are: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9am – 5pm. Breakfast is available each day at 8am as well.
Comp. Policy
Motor coach driver and tour group leader receive a $7.50 food voucher and a free drink! Parking is abundant and free. There is no admission fee and the Market is handicap accessible.
May to December
Wednesdays 9 - 5
Thursdays 9 - 7
Fridays 9 - 5
Saturdays 9 - 5
January to April
Thursday 9 - 7
Friday 9 - 5
Saturday 9 - 5
Call or check www.AmericanCountryside.us for seasonal hours.
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Amish Acres Historic Farm, Restaurants, Theatre, Shops and Inns
1600 West Market Street
Nappanee, IN 46550
Phone: 80.800.4942 or 574.773.4188 ext. 240
Fax: 574.773.4180
Email: amishacres@amishacres.com
Web: www.amishacres.com
Contact: Janis Logsdon
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Description: The 80-acre restored Amish farmstead, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the focal point of Amish Acres.
This heritage resort echoes the simple life of Amish society through historic interpretation, dining, lodging, theatre, countryside tours, baked goods and 10 different shops.
Group Amenities: Volume discounts, marketing aids, receptive services, tiered pricing structure, package planning, customized itineraries, on-site hostess, two complimentary admissions per motorcoach.
Dates of Operation: Weekends in March, daily April - December.
Hours: Vary by season, activity and by day of week. Please call for details.
Tour Length: 1-10 hours
Admission: Varies by package.
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Gift Shop, Guided Tour, Open Sunday's and Handicapped Accessible
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Cook's Bison Ranch
5645 E. 600 S.
Wolcottville, IN
866.382.2356 or 260.854.3297
Web: cooksbisonranch.com
Contact: Erica Cook
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Take a hay-wagon ride into the pasture to hand feed the great American Bison in their own habitat. Learn the intricacies of raising, feeding and managing this American icon followed by an old fasioned chuck-wagon barbecue. $16pp
Das Dutchman Essenhaus
U.S 20
Middlebury, IN
Phone: 800.455.9471
Web: www.Essenhaus.com
Contact: Jill Garris jill@essenhaus.com
Description: A family style dining and shopping experience in the heart of Amish Country.
Inn & Conference Center
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Large well-appointed rooms located on a peaceful pond offer decor reflective of the surrounding community. Guests can enjoy indoor pools, a therapeutic hot tub, continental breakfast and meeting space for up to 300.
Village Shops
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Six specialty shops showcase home accents, accessories, Red Hat Society merchandise, souvenirs - and a surprising selection of truly unique gifts and mementos.
Outdoor Recreation
Landscaped jogging and walking paths offer scenic Amish Country views. On-site miniature golf, horse shoe pitching and carriage rides offer a perfect active break from shopping and dining.
Bakery
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This true taste of famous Essenhaus home cooking offers the full range of Amish Country delights: made-from-scratch cakes, breads, cookies, noodles, apple butter and 29 varieties of pie.
Das Dutchman Essenhaus
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Indiana's largest family restaurant with comfortable seating for 1,100 serves up outstanding Amish-style home cooking. Order from an abundant menu or enjoy old-fashioned family style dining. For an unforgettable Amish Country experience, plan a hands-on demonstration class - perfect for groups of 15 or more.
Misc: Motorcoach parking, gift shop, handicapped accessible
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Bonneyville Mill
53373 C.R. 131
Bristol IN 46507
Phone: 574.535.6458
Fax: 574.535.6616
Web: www.elkhartcountyparks.org
Contact: Marlene Lantzer, Elkhart County Park and Recreation Department
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Description: Bonneyville Mill is the oldest continuously operating gristmill in Indiana. Built during the mid-1830's by Edward Bonney, the mill has produced quality flour for over 150 years. This is an excellent scenic photo opportunity for the destination. The mill is open on Sunday but tours are not available.
Dates of Operation: May 1 – October 31
Hours: Wednesday – Sunday 10am – 5pm (closed Mondays and Tuesdays)
Tour Length: 1 hour
Admission: $3 per person
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Gift Shop, Guided Tour, and Handicapped Accessible
Elkhart Civic Theatre
PO Box 52
210 E Vistula
Bristol, IN 46507
Phone: 574.848.4116 or 574.848.5853
Fax: 574.848.4116
Web: elkhartcivictheatre.org/current_season.asp
Description: For more than 50 years, Elkhart Civic Theatre has been performing a wide variety of theatrical entertainment in Elkhart County, Indiana.
From small beginnings as the Elkhart Little Theatre in the late 1940s, presenting one or two plays a year in borrowed or rented facilities, the organization has grown to a full-fledged arts organization. Today, ECT owns and operates the Bristol Opera House, a charming and delightful 100-year-old historic theatre in Bristol, Indiana, where it performs the bulk of its productions. ECT produces a six-show season, usually consisting of four non-musicals and two musicals. There is also a summer musical, a Christmas season musicale and other special events. In recent years, ECT has gained statewide and regional recognition as one of the best community theatres in the midwest.
Elkhart County Historical Museum
PO Box 434/304 W. Vistula St.
Bristol, IN
Phone: 574.848.4322
Email: nick@elkhartcountyparks.org
FAX: 574.848.5703
Web: elkhartcountyparks.org
Contact: Nicholas Hoffman
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Visit the Elkhart County Historical Museum for a sense of place during your visit to Northern Indiana’s Amish Country. The museum holds a collection of nearly 30,000 artifacts of local history and is considered to be one of the top ten county history museums in Indiana. Eleven thematic galleries illustrate the history of the area from pioneer settlement to Elkhart’s band instrument industry. You will not want to miss seeing the mammoth tusk and tool collection.
Beautiful textiles bursting with color and rich with stories come alive for groups at the Elkhart County Historical Museum! The Museum offers a popular behind-the-scenes quilt show and tell for adult tour groups. The show and tell provides an opportunity for visitors to view 10 to 20 quilts from the collection that spans over 150 years. Youth tour groups can also experience special programs like meeting a costumed pioneer farmer or soldier from the American Civil War.
Call to inquire about current temporary exhibits. In 2010 the museum will show Mapping Elkhart County (closes February 19), Heirloom Quilt Challenge (January 23 – June 23), Beyond Necessity: Folk Art from the Permanent Collection (April 16, 2010 – September 4, 2010), and Secret Societies (October 8 - February 18, 2011).
Group Amenities: Catering available
Dates: Jan. 1 - Dec. 31
Hours: Tue. - Sat. 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; available on Mon. and after hours for bus groups
Tour Length: 1-2 hours
Admission: $2 pp for county residents, 3 pp for out of county, 2 comps
Misc: Guided tours; quilt mural site; catered lunch or dinner available from Murphy’s Guest House (Bristol)
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Elkhart River Queen
3025 E Jackson Blvd. (Docked at 110 Bowers Ct)
Elkhart, IN 46514
Phone: 574.295.1179
johnclev@verizon.net
Contact: John Cleveland
Description: This1948 Paddlewheel Boat takes you on a relaxing historical journey up the St Joseph River containing an enclosed air-conditioned area and a canopied outdoors area. The Elkhart River Queen is 65 foot long and is a non-alcoholic family oriented form of recreation. The boat is equipped with handicapped ramps and a restroom The lower deck is air conditioned and two thirds of the upper deck is covered by a canopy for those who prefer to be in the breeze, but out of the sun. The rear one third is for those who want it all, sun and the breeze. Refreshments or catering can be served on board. Capacity of 150. 2 or 3 hour cruises available.
Group Amenities: Catering available.
Dates of Operation: June – October
Hours: By reservation
Tour Length: 2 or 3 hours
Admission: 2 hour: $540 per group 60 or less, over 60 people $9 pp
3 hour: $700 per group 70 or less, over 70 people $10 pp
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Guided Tour, Open Sunday's, and Handicapped Accessible
Goshen College Historical Quilt Mural Tour
Full Circle...Around the world
Quilt display at Goshen College
1700 S Main St
Goshen, IN 46526
Web: Goshen.edu
March 29 – Aug. 14, 2009 (July 13 – Aug. 3, group tours only)
The Library Gallery is in the lower level of Good Library in the center of the campus.
Mennonite and Amish quilts from the collection of Rebecca Haarer of Shipshewana set a historical context for the original designs of master quilters Edith Shanholt, lifelong resident of Elkhart and LaGrange Counties, and Claire Baker, native of California. The exhibit demonstrates continuity in the local tradition as well as influences to and from quilters who come from around the world to quilt circle gatherings in north central Indiana. Rebecca Haarer, curator.
The 1903 quilt that the Goshen College quilt mural reproduces will be included in the display. Sponsored by the Mennonite-Amish Museum Committee. Opening reception Sunday, March 29, 2-4 p.m.
For a 30-45 minute guided tour of the exhibit, call 574.535.7418
Free admission.
For a guided tour of the campus, call 574.535.7564.
Goshen.edu
Typical Library Gallery hours are:
-School year: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. weekdays; noon to 5 Saturdays; noon to 11 p.m. Sundays
-June 1 to July 10, 2009: 9:00 to 4:30 weekdays; not open weekends
-July 11 to Aug 3, 2009: closed; but tour groups welcome, if arranged in advance
-Aug 3 to 31, 2009: 9 to 4:30 weekdays; not open weekends
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Hall of Heroes
58005 CR 105
Elkhart, IN 46517
Phone: 574.522.1187
Fax: 574.651.5195
Web: www.myspace.com/hallofheroessuperheromuseum
Contact: Allen Stewart
stewartreality@egixmail.com
Description: The Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum is the only comic book and super hero museum in the world. The museum covers the entire 70 year history of Super Heroes in comic books, toys, film, and cartoons from the late 1930's to present. Whether you are 10 or 80, The Hall of Heroes Museum will have something for you. The tour at Hall of Heroes is sure to thrill and excite you and take you back in time to your own childhood no matter your age.
The museum is in a 2 story replica of the "Hall of Justice" from the classic cartoon The Super Friends. We even have a replica of the Bat Cave from the 1960's Batman television series featuring Batman toys and props and even the Bat Pole and Bat Phone. Other special sections include the Golden Age/ WW II section that displays classic original comics and tin toys from the 1940's including an original Captain America #1 from 1941.
The Silver Age section displays the 1st appearance in comic books of Spiderman, Fantastic Four, X-Men, Hulk, Iron Man, Justice League and many more. We even have a full size Spiderman that you can have your picture taken with. Hall of Heroes features over 50,00 comic books, 10,000+ toys, sculptures and props, over 100 pieces of original comic book pages or cartoon animation artwork on display.
Give us a call about some of our upcoming special event such as our Comic Book Collector Show Saturday March 27th from 10:00 AM- 4 PM or our Super Villain themed Haunted House Friday and Saturday nights in October.
Dates of Operation: All Year Around
Hours: By Appointment
Tour Length: 1-2 Hours
Group Admission: Normally $5.00 per person we offer discount rates for groups of 10 or more
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Guided Tour
Linton's Enchanted Gardens
315 County Road 17
Elkhart, IN 46516
www.lintons.com
Contact: Catherine Clifford
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Seminar Information: Download Seminar Info here (PDF)
Pricing:
For 1 to 16 people it is a total of $100
For 17 people and more it is $5.99 a person instead of the $100.
35,000 square feet/retail space
Step into our 9 acre Enchanted Gardens where families can experience a multitude of eye-pleasing displays. Settings of theme-related, perfectly-scaled structures such as ‘The Space Ship’ area which annually introduces over 300 “out-of-this-world” plants, ‘The Japanese Tea House’ features an oriental garden, ‘The Mine Shaft’ shows south west plantings, ‘The Pixie House’ has a dwarf and miniature plant display, ‘The Dutch Mill’ shows Holland plantings, as well as an elaborate ‘Victorian House’ and ‘Grist Mil’ amidst an abundance of creeks, streams, waterfalls and ponds. Walk through a ‘Little House’, straight from a story book setting and you will meet our miniature animal friends, a Japanese deer, a miniature sheep, donkey, horse, pygmy goats, exotic birds, rabbits and a llama. Residents of the FREE petting zoo are always looking forward to meeting visitors. Animal and fish food for hand feeding is available on the premises and hot, freshly popped popcorn is free to all
Linton's customers. We invite children to explore the FREE ‘Kids Korner Tree House’ and play area. Once inside, the enchantment continues with themed vignettes/displays where the most discriminating shopper will delight in quality, price and selection of unique interior deʹcor.
Our trained floral designers are available to create fresh or botanically correct silk florals for that special someone, occasion or just to say thanks. Our restrooms are spotlessly maintained and handicap accessible. Parking is available for over 140 vehicles and also has plenty of room for bus and RV's. Easy in and out with a circular driveway.
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Meadow Brook Farm
16263 CR 22
Goshen, IN 46528
Phone: 574.534.3344 or 574.361-8751
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Email: cripek@mcsin-k12.org
Contact: Kori Cripe and Linda Garber
Five generations of farm and family life are preserved in this restored farmstead surrounded by acres of gently rolling hills and cornfields. From the porch of the white farmhouse, the view of the 150-year old barn, original granary and fieldstone smokehouse might have inspired a Grandma Moses painting. Stabled horses, an “edible” quilt garden and vintage tractors complete the picture. Many original features are preserved in the main house from the antique quilts to the red-tiled fireplace and flared bathtub. Guests, led by storyteller guides, can trace the property’s history from the American Civil War to its current owner and hostess Kori Cripe (herself the great, great, great granddaughter of a neighboring farmer).
Enjoy:
- Tour of historical home, barns, & smokehouse
- Documents showing past owners & old pictures of the home
- Country garden with unique scarecrows
- Antique tractor and wagon on display
- Kitchen featuring red granite ware collection
- Amish-built cherry canopy bed
- Themed décor in each of the five bedrooms & six baths
- Many original pieces including red-tiled fireplace with brass accessories, flared bathtub & porcelain sinks.
- 100 year old quilt frame
- Antique quilts on display
- Quilt mural on 150 year old barn
- Agri-quilt on display
$10pp (including tax and gratuity) includes:
Open Year-round
Driver and Escort Free
$25 deposit required for booking
Misc: Motorcoach parking
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Menno-Hof Amish Mennonite Story
Interpretive Center
South SR 5, PO Box 701
Shipshewana, IN 46565
Phone: 260.768.4117
Fax: 260.768.4118
Email: tours@mennohof.com
Web: www.mennohof.org
Contact: Miriam Yutzy
Description: Travel through time and geographical settings to discover the amazing world of the Amish and Mennonites. A unique setting in an Amish built barn that tells their story with multimedia presentations, historical environments, and colorful displays.
Group Amenities: 2-complimentary admissions per motorcoach.
Dates of Operation: Year-round.
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8am – 5:00pm, or by appointment
Tour Length: 1.5 hours - 2 hours
Admission: $6 per person for groups of less than 25, $5 per person for groups larger than 25. $3 for children ages 6-14.
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Gift Shop, Guided Tour, and Handicapped Accessible
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Middlebury Community Historical Museum
301 W Bristol St
Middlebury, IN 46540
Phone: 574.825.0978
Contact: Richard Smith
Description: Preserving the heritage of a middle-American small town including revolving exhibits of artifacts reflecting local history since 1836.
Dates of Operation: Year-round.
Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 10am –2pm; Saturday 10am – 3pm Group visits are also available at other time and by appointment
Tour Length: 30-60 minutes
Admission: Free Admission
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Handicapped Accessible
Midwest Museum of American Art
429 South Main Street
Elkhart, IN 46516
Phone: 574.293.6660
Fax: 574.293.6660
Email: mdwstmsmam@aol.com
Web: www.midwestmuseum.us
Contact: Brian Byrn, Curator
Description: Groups can choose from two excellent presentations. "Learning to Look" is a presentation that highlights stories, places and people that bring art to life for the visitor. "Norman Rockwell: The Making of an American Legend" gives the visitor a chance to explore both the myth and the reality of this American icon while viewing the largest Rockwell print collection in Indiana.
Group Amenities: Two complimentary admissions per motorcoach
Dates of Operation: Year-round
Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 1pm – 4pm
Tour Length: 1 hour
Admission: $5 per person
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Gift Shop, Guided Tour, Open Sundays
Oscar Morse Peonies
17739 CR 22
Goshen, IN 46528
574.537.9531 or 574.304.2952
peonies@me.com
www.oscarmorsepeonies.com
Contact: Stephanie Weber, owner
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The Glory of Peonies
Description: From mid-May through mid-June, an intoxicating sweet fragrance drifts over a patch of riotous color in Goshen, Indiana - the peony field in bloom at Oscar Morse Peonies. The farm offers 60 top-ranked, award-winning herbaceous hybrid and lactiflora peonies – with about 1,000 plants in the field to date. The historic farm’s name honors its original owners, but it’s now owned by Mike and Stephanie Weber. Locals call Stephanie the peony lady, and it’s easy to see why - soon after her family moved to the farm in 2003 she began indulging her passion for Indiana's state flower. Now the family grows and sells bare root peonies on site and and via the internet, at www.mypeonies.com. Stephanie gives fascinating and informative guided tours of the field in bloom, giving tips on peony planting and care, pointing out the different cultivars, extolling their virtues and even telling the stories behind each variety, for those inquiring minds that really want to know. If you're not hooked on peonies when you arrive, you’ll soon be converted!
Hours: Daylight April-September….peak viewing is end of May-June
Tour Length: 30-45 minutes
Admission: Free Admission
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Free Admission, Guided Tour with Advance Reservations
Prairie Trail Herb Farm
16206 CR 40
Goshen, IN 46538
Phone: 574-642-3555
prairietrailfarm.com
renee@prairietrailfarm.com
Contact: Renee Troyer-Campbell
Fields of Fragrance
Description: Groups visiting Prairie Trail Farm in Goshen, IN are greeted by doe-eyed alpacas peering over the fence, the sound of wind blowing through prairie grasses and the distinctive, aromatic scent of lavender filling the air. It’s certain; everyone is in for a treat. The greenhouse is filled with nearly 200 varieties of herbs used for flavor, fragrance, health remedies and household purposes plus uncommon flower and vegetables including many “old-fashioned” varieties.
Owner Renee Troyer-Campbell has a vast knowledge of herbs, and she’s always eager to point out unusual plants and tell all about the myriad of uses for herbs. Her hands-on classes are interesting, creative and downright fun. Be sure to plan on lunch or tea. Renee’s presentation of her food is as delightful as its taste. She uses plenty of herbs, of course; always the perfect touch.
Hours: March-June, Monday-Saturday only, Closed Sundays; August – October by appointment
Tour length: 60-150 minutes depending on program and if lunch is served
Admission: varies depending on services provided
Misc: Motorcoach Parking
Party Luncheon at Prairie Trail Herb Farm
Goshen--$15 pp
Enjoy lunch or afternoon tea served in our tearoom or among the herbs and flowers in the garden. Together we will determine menu options most suitable for your group with the understanding that all choices will be creative and incorporate the freshest of local ingredients, the flavors from our herb garden and the colors of our edible flowers.
Ruthmere Museum
302 East Beardsley Avenue
Elkhart, IN 46514
Phone: 574.264.0330
Fax: 574.266.0474
Email: grouptours@ruthmere.com
Web: www.ruthmere.com
Contact: Group Coordinator
Description: You are invited to tour Albert and Elizabeth Beardsley's home This opulent Beaux- Arts mansion designed by E. Hill Turnock, features carved mahogany woodwork, silk wall coverings, elaborately hand-painted ceilings, fine art and exquisite furnishings. Once the gathering place of local society, Ruthmere is now one of “ America’s Castles” featured on A&E.
Group Amenities: Two complimentary admissions per motorcoach. Refreshments served for minimal fee.
Dates of Operation: April – December
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 8:30am – 4:30pm Sunday by appointment
Tour Length: 1 hour
Admission: $6 per person, $3 per student grades K-12
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Gift Shop, Guided Tour
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RV/MH Hall of Fame Museum
21565 Executive Blvd, just off I80/90 at exit 96
Elkhart , IN 46516
Phone: 574.293.2344 or 800.378.8694
Fax: 574.293.3466
Email: rvmhhall@aol.com
Web: rvmhhalloffame.org
Contact: Charlene McNulty
RV/MH Hall of Fame Museum and Library Brochure (PDF)
Description: Located in the RV Capital of the World, where more recreational vehicles and manufactured housing is produced than anywhere else in the nation. This museum showcases the growth, history and accomplishments of the recreational vehicle and manufactured housing industries, with displays and restored units dating back to 1913.
Group Amenities: 2 complimentary admissions for driver and escort.
Dates of Operation: Year-round by appointment
Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm, Saturday 10am – 2pm during June, July and August
Tour Length: 45 minutes
Admission: $6 per person for groups
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Handicapped Accessible
Schmidt Furniture
903 Nelsons Parkway
Wakarusa, IN 46573
574.862.2200
FAX 574.862.2226
Web: schmidtfurniture.com
Contact: Stephen Schmidt
Description: A new guided tour gives groups a first-hand look at building heirlooms at Schmidt Furniture in Wakarusa. Stephen Schmidt began building cabinets 30 years ago. Coming from German-Swiss-Amish roots it is his legacy; and he continues that legacy building heirloom quality furniture. His family run business gives groups the chance to see all the action of creating an exquisite piece of furniture built to last generations and meet the folks who build it. It’s the only tour of its kind in the vicinity, and the Wakarusa location makes the tour an ideal addition to an Amish Country itinerary
Group price: $5pp
Misc: Motorcoach parking, gift shop, handicapped accessible
Shipshewana Flea Market and Auction
345 S. Van Buren St. (SR 5)
Shipshewana , IN 46565
Phone: 260.768.4129
Fax: 260.768.7041
Email: sara@tradingplaceamerica.com
Web: tradingplaceamerica.com
Contact: Sara Smoker
2010 Profile Sheet (PDF)
Description: It’s known as “the trading place of America” and features the Midwest’s largest ourdoor flea market with over 1,000 vendors covering 60 acres. Over at the auction barn 11 rings of antiques and collectivles are auctioned simultaneously. Weekly livestock, horse and hay auctions add to the excitement.
Dates of Operation: Flea Market: Tuesday – Wednesday May – October. Antique Auction: Wednesday year-round.
Horse Auction: Friday year-round.
Hours: Flea Market: Tuesday 7am – 5pm Wednesday 7am – 3pm
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Gift Shop, Free Admission, and Handicapped Accessible
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Group Entertainment
Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre
1600 West Market Street
Nappanee, IN 46550
Phone: 574.773.4188 or 800.800.4942 ext. 240
Fax: 574.773.4180
Email: amishacres@amishacres.com
Web: amishacres.com
Contact: Janis Logsdon
Description: An original 1911 round barn has been reconstructed as a state-of-the-art theatre; Indiana’s only musical resident repertory theatre company. Groups can enjoy two different theatrical productions within a one-day or two-day period. Call for the specific dates and times of 2009 productions. Two group-friendly country inns and dinner, tour & theatre packages are available.
Dates of Operation: April – December
Hours: Varies by show
Length of Event: 2-2.5 hours
Admission: Varies by show and package purchased
Misc: Motorcoach parking available, Handicapped Accessible, Open Sundays, gift shop
Blue Gate Theater
105 E. Middlebury St.
Shipshewana , IN 46565
Phone: 260768.4725 or 888.447.4725
Fax: 260.768.7075
Email: bgate@riegsecker.com
Web: riegsecker.com
Contact: Box Office Manager
Description: Outstanding Christian and family friendly entertainment. A variety of performers offer something for everyone. Evening and matinee performances. Special features include the Phipps Gospel Sing, the Breakfast Club and a special New Year’s Eve event.
Dinner/Theatre packages available.
Group Amenities: Two comps per coach, meet & greet ser vice, free gift for driver & escort with group dinner purchase, complimentary cookies for group on departure.
Dates of Operation: Year-round
Hours: Varies by date and show
Length of event: 1.5 – 2 hrs
Admission: varies by show and seating assignment
Blue Gate Theatre Pricing Grid
Misc: Motorcoach parking, Handicapped Accessible, Gift Shops
Municipal Band
1010 Cedar Street
Elkhart , IN 46514
Phone: 574522.2508
Contact: Phil Penn
Description: Summer open-air concerts in the park.
Dates of Operation: June – August Tuesday 8pm
Length of event: 1 hour
Admission: No
Misc: Motorcoach parking available, Handicapped Accessible
LVD's
Old Bag Factory
1100 Chicago Ave.
Goshen , IN 46526
Phone: 574.825.7785
Email: lvds43@yahoo.com
Web: lvds.info
Contact: Elva D. Miller
Description: Folk, Bluegrass and Blues concerts performed in the upper level of the restored Old Bag Factory. Seats up to 250 in a rustic environment. Dinner/Theatre packages available at the Trolley Café.
Dates of Operation: Fridays and Saturdays once a month year-round. Call for specific schedule
Hours: 7pm concert time
Length of Event: 2 hours
Admission: $5 per person, $25 per person dinner/theatre package
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Handicapped Accessible, Gift Shop
“Notcho Trouble” the Clown
Phone: 574.264.4811
Elkhart , IN 46514
Email: camiller@cyberlink.com
Contact: Paul Camiller
Description: This “Happy Hobo” warms hearts and uplifts spirits wherever he goes!! Magic, juggling, games and old-fashioned fun.
Performances available at your location choice within the destination.
Dates of Operation: Year-round
Hours: By appointment
Length of event: 45 minutes
Admission: $85
Playhouse Productions Murder Mystery
1003 Beechwood Drive
Nappanee, IN 46550
Phone: 574.773.3747
Contact: Jill Stover
Description: Murder, mayhem and mysterious events. A funny whodunit that can be conducted at your choice of venues – either restaurant or hotel. Choose from 7 different entertaining scripts that include the popular. Audience participation is key and customization of scripts is possible.
Dates of Operation: Year-round
Hours: By appointment
Length of Event: 1.5 hours
Admission: $350
Rebecca Haarer Historical Quilt Presentation
Rebecca Haarer Arts and Antiques
165 Morton Street
Shipshewana, IN 46565
Phone: 260.768.4787
Contact: Rebecca Haarer
Description: Known across the nation as a collector of vintage Indiana Amish quilts, Rebecca provides an excellent presentation on the history and culture of Amish quilt making and patterns. Maybe combined with a meal in an Amish family home. Performs at most venues throughout the destination with advance reservation.
Group Amenities: Complimentary admissions for driver and escort per motorcoach.
Dates of Operation: By appointment
Hours: By appointment
Tour Length: 1 - 2 hours
Admission: $20 per person including Amish meal and presentation. Presentation only: $8.50 per person.
Misc: Motorcoach Parking, Guided Tour, Gift Shop
