Why should you visit Elkhart? Elkhart, Indiana, is a beautiful city with plenty of attractions to keep you busy during your stay. Some nearby things to check out are the Art Museum of Elkhart County, the National New York Central Railroad Museum, The Hershey Story Museum, ELCO Park (home of the Elks), and the Century Center for the Performing Arts. Elkhart has a lot to offer, so you should check it out.

Art Museum of Elkhart County

The Art Museum of Elkhart County is home to many different art exhibits throughout the year, which are sure to interest everyone in your family. Some of their most popular shows are “The Art of Disney Animation,” Life on Broadway: American Musical Theater After 1945,” and the now-closed exhibit, “When Earth Was Young.” The museum is always free with an additional small cost to see some of their most popular shows.

 

National New York Central Railroad Museum

The National New York Central Railroad Museum is a great place to take the train lover in your family. The museum has a large collection of rolling stock and locomotives. There is plenty of history on display as well, so even if you’re not a fan of trains, this would still be a great museum to check out.

 

The Hershey Story Museum

Hershey, PA, is known for the chocolate company that started there. The Hershey Story Museum is a great place to learn about Milton Hershey’s life, the rise of the town of Hershey, and how it became home to one of America’s largest chocolate companies.

This is a great place for the chocolate lover in your family.