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Kosciusko County Convention & Visitors Bureau
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1. 1000 Park Baking Company
(574) 269-1000; VillageatWinona.com Open daily Monday-Saturday 7:30am to 7pm, Sunday noon to 4pm. The aroma of pastries and fresh coffee, and Winona Lake's very own Hoosier Mama Cookies™ lure you into this casual bakery and café, where artisan breads are made fresh on the premises. But there's even more to fill you up after a morning or afternoon of perusing Winona Lake's galleries and shops. Try the hearth-oven pizza, sandwiches, soups and salads, made with locally-grown produce. Art created by Indiana artists adds yet another local touch. |
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2. Anchor Inn Bed and Breakfast
(574) 457-4714; AnchorInn.biz Open year-round, check-in after 3pm; check-out at 10am Large comfortable guest rooms overlook a beautiful flower garden in this two-story yellow frame house built in 1905. Back then, Lake Wawasee and neighboring Lake Syracuse drew visitors to a remote resort area. Today, you'll remember that past in the home, with fine oak woodwork, period collectibles and antiques, and high ceilings. If you can tear yourself away from the scrumptious breakfast and cozy surroundings, there's an 18-hole golf course right next door. |
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3. Blue Heron Artworks
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4. Blue Pearl Art & Antiques
(574) 594-9800; BluePearlEstateJewelry.com Monday-Wednesday 11am-5pm; Thursday-Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 12-5pm Get your art, antiques and vintage jewelry all at one stop, with an Indiana flair. This unique shop specializes in Hoosier artists, who create landscapes, Native American art, pop art and more on canvas, board and paper. You'll also find their creativity in sculptures, photography, metal works and wood furniture. The antiques run a wide range, with furniture that includes a Victorian couch, fainting chairs from the 1940s and art deco selections. Peruse a large selection of antique and vintage jewelry that date back to the 1800's. |
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5. Brook Pointe Inn
(574) 457-4466; BrookPointeInn.com Open year-round. Once you sit on the screened-in porch and enjoy the wooded scenery at this 30-room inn, you'll want to head out for a hike on walking trails that take you through 12 acres of forest. When you get back, take a dip in the indoor heated pool and shop for candles, note cards and other finds in the gift shop. The guest rooms are comfortable, modern and spacious, some with whirlpool tubs. |
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6. Canal Street Gallery
(574) 371-2777 Open daily, Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 6pm; Memorial Day-Labor Day: Tuesday-Saturday 10am -6pm Visitors often exclaim in wonder when they see large kaleidoscope wall-hangings made of colorful, pieced fabric on display. It's an invitation to rooms filled by the work of Merna Eisenbraun and three of her colleagues: wearable art, watercolors, pottery, photography, art quilts and jewelry. The gallery also features collections by other Indiana artists. There is always something in the creation process in the fabric and metal studios and a classroom. |
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7. Cerulean Restaurant
(574) 269-1226, CeruleanRestaurant.com Open Monday-Thursday 11am to 9pm; Friday and Saturday 11am to 10pm. Will it be the aged beef filet with Gorgonzola bread pudding or fresh sea scallops with saffron sauce? And maybe a bottle of one of over 150 wines to choose from? The choices are astounding at this sleek eatery tucked in a clapboard house, where sun spilling in through the windows reflects shiny floors and locally-created modern art. Cerulean specializes in a delicious fusion of Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, including tapas and sushi. |
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8. Channel Marker Restaurant
(574) 457-5900; ChannelMarker.net Open year-round, Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fridays 11 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Saturdays 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sundays 7 a.m.-9 p.m. (Nov. 1- March 31 – Thursdays and Saturdays 4 p.m.-9 p.m.; Fridays 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sundays 11 a.m.-8 p.m.) You might think you're in the tropical oasis of Key West instead of Northern Indiana when you dine at this premier restaurant along the channel that connects Syracuse Lake and Lake Wawasee. Diners arrive by boat, car and even seaplane to sample the fresh seafood, from pan-fried lake perch to apricot/ chipotle-glazed salmon or Steak Alaska, stuffed with crab meat. Don't miss out on the smoked whitefish dip appetizer at all meals and succulent seafood sandwiches at lunch. |
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9. Kosciusko County Historical Society-Chinworth Bridge Trail Head
(574) 269-1078; KosciuskoHistory.com Open year-round. This historic iron bridge over the Tippecanoe River dates to 1897, but provides a peaceful getaway today. The Chinworth Bridge Trail, nearly two miles long, is perfect for hikers and bicyclists, who can learn some area history as they traverse the asphalt trail, which incorporates two historic bridges along the way. It's all part of the Lake City Greenway, which includes a picnic area. If you bring along a canoe or kayak, you can launch here for an afternoon of paddling on the gentle Tippecanoe River. |
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10. Country Home Furniture
(574) 773-8908 Open year-round, Monday-Saturday 9am to 5pm.Northern Indiana is renowned for its fine Amish craftsmen, who have been creating furniture for generations the old-fashioned way. The care they take in designing each piece and the finishing touches that make the wood feel like satin are a testament to their craft. Stop in at this shop in Nappanee and admire the cabinets, dressers, beds, tables and more before you pick out the piece that will find a home in your home. |
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11. Creative Fish Art Gallery and LLC & ArtZie Workshop
(574) 457-2789, CreativeFishArtGallery.com Monday 10am-12:30pm, afternoon by appointment; Tues-Fri 10am-5pm; Saturday 10am-2pm You won't believe the wealth of artworks these regional artists display and sell, from Raku pottery, textiles, fine jewelry and paintings to tattoo jeans, handmade tiles and outdoor sculpture. They're dedicated to making art an integral part of the community and to having it fit everyone's pocketbook. A young child can choose an affordable gift for Mom or Dad, but connoisseurs discover high-end, alluring finds. Seeing all these creations just might get your artistic juices flowing. Take one of 20 classes from a pro and delve into watercolors, fabric printing or perhaps painting your own chair. |
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12. Eagle Creek Farms Market
(574) 269-4708; VillageatWinona.com or EagleCreekFarms.com Open year-round, Monday-Saturday 10am to 6pm Ready for a delicious lunch and all the ingredients for a dinner at home? You've got it at this market, where you'll find all-natural beef, chicken and cheese, as well as beer and wines from all over the world. Check out their newest products, the best of the Midwest, which include milk, butter, ice cream and eggs. |
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13. Future Heirlooms Art Gallery, Custom Framing
(574) 834-4768; CopelandsArtGallery.com Open year-round, Wednesday-Saturday 10am to 6pm. Marilyn Copeland, a Certified Decorative Artist (CDA) teacher and designer, has been painting and teaching for 40 years. Marilyn has been running a custom framing business for 20 years and loves to share what's behind each of her creations. Where and when did she produce it and why was she motivated? You'll find those answers and it will make you even more appreciative of her art - wood, canvas, slate, painted boxes, and watercolors – when you visit her studio and get to meet this Northern Indiana artist in person. Art studio classes are held here throughout the year on weekly basis. |
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14. Grill-N-Grate BBQ
(574) 457-4227; Grill-N-GrateBBQ.com Open year-round; Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. (Winter hours are Tuesday - Thursday 11 AM – 8 PM, Friday & Saturday 11 AM – 9 PM, Sunday 11 AM – 3 PM) Not only do guests get to pick from an array of barbeque delights, but they meet the owners and "pit boss" to learn about the authentic smoking process that goes into making the best pork, beef and chicken around. Here they cook outdoors all year long, creating such delicacies as their signature St. Louis-style cut pork ribs, along with stuffed pork loin, brisket and smoked chicken. They even grill tuna steak over hardwood charcoal. Before you leave, pick up some sauces to take home. |
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15. Lakeland Art Gallery
(574) 594-9950; LakelandArtAssociation.org Open year-round, Wednesday-Saturday 11:30am to 4:30pm. Artist members of the Lakeland Art Association showcase their works and offer their original paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry and other art forms for sale at this friendly gallery. A host will be happy to answer your questions about the artists and their creations. Exhibits change every four to six weeks, so there's always something new to see. You can pick up a current newsletter and also sign up for an art workshop. |
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16. Mount Memorial Art Gallery – Grace College
(574) 372-5100, ext. 6022; Grace.edu Open year-round, September - April by appointment. There's a hidden treasure waiting on the beautiful campus of Grace College in Winona Lake. Students, faculty and regional artists display their creations, with everything from sculpture to prints and pastels and more at the college's art gallery. Schedule a tour or peruse the gallery by yourself. The gallery hosts up to eight shows a year, designed to display the creativity that abounds in Northern Indiana. |
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17. Pottery Bayou
Open all year, Memorial Day to Labor Day: Monday - Thursday 10am to 6pm, Friday 10am to 8pm; Labor Day to Memorial Day: Tuesday - Thursday 10am to 6pm, Friday 10am to 8pm; Closed Monday except between Thanksgiving and Christmas. How creative are you feeling? Perhaps you’d like to make a special mug for Dad, a plate for Mom or a whimsical gift for your best friend. You can do it at this “paint-your-own pottery” studio that specializes in making you the artist supreme. Visitors choose from more than 200 pieces of pottery to paint or can work in fused glass, silver art clay and wet clay. If you just want a unique treasure to take home, the artists here offer their own hand-painted and hand-crafted works. |
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18. Purr-fectly Unique Design Studio & Boutique
(574) 594-3077; Purr-fectly.com Open Wednesday 10am to 5pm; Thursday 11am to 6pm; Friday 11am to 5pm; Saturday 10am to 4pm; call for seasonal hours on Sunday. Artist Susan Karczewski can take almost anything and turn it into a unique piece of jewelry. She might use vintage buttons, silver, fused glass, clay or even take parts of antique pieces and create something new and different. You'll find it in her studio, where she also sells one-of-a-kind aprons, wall art and lawn sculptures that other local artists design. Take advantage of one of her two-hour classes to learn a new skill yourself or settle in on a summer Friday night in her courtyard to watch artists at work. |
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19. Sacs & Co.
(574) 268-9575, SacsAndCo.com Open year-round, Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 6pm; other hours by appointment; Summer Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday noon to 4pm. There's no better way to beat everyday stress than being prepared with a linen closet full of SACS & Co. products. With a few minutes of pampering time, you'll be ready for anything. Sisters Lauri and Marta create a luxurious line of natural bath and body products for men and women. Your overnight visitors will love one of the sisters' new guest soaps, hand-painted with shimmering minerals in seasonal scents. |
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20. Syracuse Artisan and Farmer Market
State Road 13, Syracuse, IN 46561 (574) 457-3440; SyracuseParks.org Open mid-May through mid-October, Saturdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oh, that sweet bounty fresh from the earth! At this popular farmer's market in Syracuse, you'll find an array of goods as the season moves on. Summer brings tomatoes, corn, tender green onions, green beans and much more. When fall begins, pick from pumpkins, squash and gourds. All season, growers sell flowers and plants. Browse and buy hand-crafted wares produced by local artisans, with everything from quilts and purses to hand-blown glass and paintings. |
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21. The Dixie Boat
(574) 834-1080 or (888) 80-DIXIE, RideTheDixie.org Open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Monday-Friday 6:30pm to 9:30pm; Saturday 6:30pm to 10pm; Sunday 2pm to 9:30pm. Call for specific cruise times. You'll get a little history, lots of old-time music and loads of fun on a 75-minute cruise around Webster Lake. Indiana's oldest sternwheeler, built in 1929, passes several sites of historical interest, including the site of the Yellow Banks Hotel, where the Capone gang reputedly stayed. Passengers line the upper and lower decks of this bright white vessel to get a look at the historic and cultural locations that are revealed on a recorded commentary. While you enjoy the gentle lake breezes, you can snack on concessions sold onboard. |
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22. The Masterworks Festival
(888) 836-2723; MasterworksFestival.org Open late June-late July, call for dates and concert times; Friday-Sunday 7:30am-10pm. This four-week festival features advanced and passionate students of music, dance and theatre. Each year, hundreds of students and world-class faculty participate in this unique festival that combines artistic excellence and Biblically-sound teaching. The festival culminates in more than 40 free public concerts, including orchestra, dance, theatre, chamber music and student and faculty recitals, with these events taking place every weekend. |
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23. The Old Depot
574-594 2090 Open Tuesday-Saturday 11a.m.-10 p.m. You'll get a taste of Pierceton history along with delicious food at this new restaurant and bar, located in the refurbished Old Train Depot, built in 1867. Downstairs, the restaurant retains the original floor and upstairs, the bar (where you also can order food) is paneled with original hickory. Historic photos are displayed throughout the establishment. You can fill up on bountiful sandwiches, such as Philly steak, Rueben or Muffletta, plus the house-made soup of the day, perhaps tomato bisque, potato or gumbo. A sampling of daily house specials can include Enchiladas, Hot Chicken Salad or Prime Rib. When the dining car opens you will be able to sit and watch the trains passing, reminding you of the day when travelers came aboard armed with a 30 cent ticket and a "Shoe Box Lunch." |
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24. Turkey Creek Alpacas, LLC
(574) 518-1516 ; TurkeyCreekAlpacas.com Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 1 until 5 PM, or by appointment. It's your link to luxury… visit the farm shop at Turkey Creek Alpacas and treat yourself to the royal feel of Alpaca fiber and then see these gentle creatures for yourself. The farm shop offers a variety of products made from Alpaca fleeces. One-of-a-kind items are hand-crafted with care, and much of the fiber used is home-grown. Visitors can walk through wooded pastures and get up close to the Alpacas and maybe even meet the Alpaca whose fleece went into their favorite product. Visit our website for a store preview and list of events for the coming year. |
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25. Wagon Wheel Theatre
(866) 823-2618 or (574) 267-8041; WagonWheelTheatre.com Open year-round: Monday - Sunday, June - August; Tuesday - Saturday, September - May. You're never more than 10 rows from center stage at this intimate theater-in-the-round, part of the Ramada Plaza complex, where you can also spend the night at the hotel and dine in the adjacent restaurant. In business for 56 years, the theater plans a host of exciting live productions in 2011, including Hairspray, Big River, and Always, Patsy Cline. The Wagon Wheel offers six live theater productions in the summer and weekends in December as well as concerts of famous entertainers in spring, fall and winter. |
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26. Warsaw Biblical Gardens
(574) 267-6419; WarsawBiblicalGardens.org Open dawn until dusk, May 15-October 15. This rare oasis, one of only a few such gardens in the nation, provides beauty and tranquility to persons of all ages and faiths. It's a botanical resource center for the study of the plants of the Bible, and visiting groups may pre-schedule tours that give the Biblical background of each tree and plant. Booklets are available for self-guided tours and utilizing cell phone technology will be available by July 2010. You'll be so inspired that you may want to purchase recipe books or plants and seeds that are available on a seasonal basis. |
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27. Warsaw Cut Glass Company Inc.
(574) 267-6581, Warsaw-CutGlass.com Open year-round, Summer: Monday-Friday 8am to 6pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm. Winter: Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm. You're sure to find a treasure here – goblets, pitchers, platters and bowls, all in gleaming hand-cut crystal with a history dating back to 1911 when the Warsaw Cut Glass Company opened in this community. It's one of the last U.S. companies cutting glass in its original building with vintage machinery. Watch glasscutters work their magic (call ahead for times), then find that perfect piece (or pieces) to take home. A signature pattern is "rye," a delicate shaft carved into many of the works. |
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28. Weckmuller Fine Chocolates, LLC
(574) 594-3444 Open year-round, Tuesday-Friday 10:30am to 5pm, Saturday 10 am to 4pm. Diana Heckman has loved chocolate her whole life and you're the beneficiary of that. The owner of this chocolate shop never stops experimenting with treats that include 15 varieties of truffles (think espresso, amaretto, caramel, apricot and Jamaican rum flavorings), her white chocolate lemon bark and a host of caramels, nuts, chews and butter toffee crunch. Everything is made by hand right on the premises. |
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29. Whetstone Woodenware
(800) 253-3670; WhetstoneWoodenware.com Open Monday-Friday 9am to 3:30pm; extended hours in summer. Who would have imagined the painstaking care that goes into creating the smooth wooden spoons and other kitchen-related items created by John Whetstone and the artisans in his shop? You can find out by watching the craftsmen at work. Their knowledgeable staff can explain all the steps of producing the spoons, as well as other popular wooden utensils such as biscuit cutters, round bread boards, rolling pins and butter knives. You can shop for these artsy finds to restock your own kitchen. |
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30. Winona Woods
(574) 268-9888 Open all year, Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 6pm; Memorial Day-Labor Day: Open Monday-Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday noon to 4pm. If it can be made from wood, you'll find it at this unique shop, where Tom Snow creates everything from Shaker boxes, mirrors, trays and bowls to Adirondack chairs, benches and custom-made cabinets and armoires. Tom uses a variety of hardwoods, including cherry and black walnut, for his creations. When you stop by his shop, he'll give you a tour and tell you the process he uses. |
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31. Zale Drugs
(574) 267-7356; ZaleDrug.com Open year-round, Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. If your mouth is watering for an old-fashioned chocolate soda, handmade milkshake or root beer float, this is the place to go! Zale Drugs is a local landmark where many residents remember the culinary delights they enjoyed as children, and still do today. The lunch counter features a host of breakfast specials, including omelets or biscuits and gravy. Lunches are bountiful, with Coney dogs, tenderloins, chicken salad, chili and desserts. Try the breaded dill spears and breaded cheeseburger for a new twist. Zale also offers gifts and crafts, and is a well-known local pharmacy specializing in compounding, an old-fashioned art of turning chemicals into palatable medications. |
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