Downtown in the city of Elkhart, where the St. Joseph and the Little Elkhart rivers converge, the RiverWalk Culture Trail, a winding waterside path, connects the Garden and Arts nd the Entertainment districts, passing by quilt gardens, green spaces, shops, eateries, historic sites and sculptures.

Stellar restaurants include Artisan an AAA 4-Diamond eatery. The Vine, housed in the former Indiana National Bank building, built in 1892, is an intimate blend of Euro style decor, and main street America originality. Mocha brown walls accented with harvest orange crown molding, exposed brick walls, wood floors and seating in the old vault, are just part of the aesthetic pleasures of this popular eatery

Take in a performance at the stunning Lerner Theatre, an Elkhart Landmark.

Stroll across the bridge to the sweep of historic homes such as Ruthmere, a a Beaux Arts mansion on the river now a house museum showcasing 19th century architecture and home decor.