Mark your calendars for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Amish Country.Mark your calendars for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Amish Country. Join the 2025 Indiana Barn Foundation Barn Tour in LaGrange County this fall! The Shipshewana/LaGrange County Convention and Visitors Bureau is thrilled to announce a self-guided tour showcasing historic barns around LaGrange on Saturday, September 13, from 10 am-5 pm.The tour will begin at the Pretty Valley Barn in LaGrange, owned by Steve and Deanna Engleking. Built in the 1940s to milk 40 Jersey cows, the barn was constructed of concrete mixed on site and poured using wheelbarrows and ramps. It includes a mechanical gutter system, four freshening stalls, a milk house, and a granary. Today, the barn serves as storage and a workshop for the owner of the 7.5-acre farmstead. “Exploring these barns offers a unique glimpse into our region's agricultural heritage. It's a wonderful opportunity for families and history enthusiasts alike to get outdoors, connect with the past, and appreciate the craftsmanship of these structures,” said CVB Executive Director Sonya Nash. Visitors will find plenty of activities on both Friday and Saturday. Stop by the Visitors Center or find staff on location on the Barn Tour for free guides, brochures, and advice on events. Events and Activities Friday, September 12, 2025 Free Off the Beaten Path and Barn Quilt Tour. Free Straw Bale Art Trail and Autumn Adventures. Brown Swiss Dairy Farm Historic Barn Open House Stutzman Dairy Farm Guided Tour Painting Stories: A Barn Quilt Making Workshop Register for the Pre-Barn Tour Events online Saturday, September 13, 2025 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. LaGrange County Barn Tour 10 a.m. - Noon “Farm Girl Adventures” Book Signing by author Cindy Ladage at The Pretty Barn Board President of the Barn Foundation, Kent Yeager, said, “Our mission of preserving Indiana's historical barns is vital to keeping the tradition alive for future generations. These barns are not just structures; they are symbols of our agricultural heritage and community spirit.” For more information, please contact the Shipshewana/LaGrange County Visitors Center, or visit the Indiana Barn Foundation LaGrange County Barn Tour page. To register for Pre-Barn Tour events, visit https://indianabarnfoundation.wildapricot.org/event-6180406/Registration. About Shipshewana/LaGrange County CVB The Shipshewana/LaGrange County CVB oversees tourism, advertising, marketing, and public relations for LaGrange County. The dedicated team of professionals works tirelessly with multiple businesses and partners to share the stories of the region's people, places, and experiences. It is the only organization in LaGrange County tasked with communicating and representing the visitor economy to the outside world. Phone: (260) 768-4008 Website: www.visitshipshewana.org Submitted: 06/23/25 Article By: LaGrange County Convention & Visitors Bureau |