On a recent P-day we visited the town of Kalona, Iowa. This town of about 2,400 residents is 95 miles from Nauvoo and is the home of many
Amish and
Mennonite families. The Amish began settling in this area in 1846.
(Click on either of these links to learn more about these people)
Our day included a 2 hour guided bus tour that took us to the area around the town. The guide took us to the Golden Delight bakery (many goodies), to the JK Creative Woodworking shop and the Kalona Cheese factory. We saw the fields, homes and gardens in the area and learned about the people. The farms are well cared for and very attractive. It is obvious that the people take pride in their homes.
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After the tour we had lunch in an Mennonite home outside of town. The meal was great and the 82 year old hostess/cook was delightful.
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| Garden - one of many |
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| Countryside |
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| Horse drawn cultivator |
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| Bonnie wants one of these when we get home |
