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Middlebury
Photos by Addie Wright
is grown from tradition By Julie Young, House and Home Writer
Located 35 miles east of South Bend and nestled in the heart of Indiana’s northern Amish community, Middlebury is a town of 3,600 where cultures peacefully coexist and collaborate to bring out the very best in one another.
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Sheri Howland, director of the Middlebury Chamber of Commerce, said the community is always eager to welcome guests. Visitors can drive through the countryside to experience the region’s historic Amish/Mennonite heritage as well as the RVs and manufactured homes proudly built in the area. They can taste the local cuisine, shop for something special or spend time outdoors soaking up the atmosphere. “We also have a great school system and a new sports complex that we are really excited about,” she said. For those interested in an authentic Amish experience, there is a table waiting for you at Das Dutchman Essenhaus. In addition to the family-style meals it is known for, the Essenhaus campus includes a bakery, village shops, inn and a theater that offers several productions throughout the year. Folks can also peruse 14 | Michiana House and Home | December 2020 |
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