Davis Hall exterior at the corner of Morton St and Main St, Shipshewana, Indiana, with black awnings, flower boxes, and warm light inside

Plan Your Event

Everything you need to make your event come together.

We want your event to be easy to plan. The vendors and partners below are here to help. Contact them directly, and we are happy to make introductions if needed.

The first-floor storefronts of the Davis Hall building, with hanging signs for Adornments, Plaid Umbrella Collective, and Apparel along the sidewalk

Your neighbors downstairs

First-Floor Stores

While you're here, explore the shops just downstairs. Three unique businesses call the Davis Hall building home.

Window lettering at Fawn River + Morton reading Old Fashion Soda Fountain and Lunch CounterA barista at Fawn River + Morton steaming milk at the espresso machineAn iced coffee and a sandwich on a table in a booth at Fawn River + Morton
Premier Coffee Partner

Fawn River + Morton

Fawn River + Morton is the coffee shop on the first floor of Davis Hall. They serve specialty coffee, espresso drinks, and food. They are available for after-hours coffee service at your event. Ask about custom catering orders and order-ahead options.

Plaid umbrellas hanging open from the ceiling inside Plaid Umbrella CollectiveThe Plaid Umbrella Collective shop window, lettered with the shop name and hung with bunting

Plaid Umbrella Collective

Antiques, art, adornments, apparel, and artifacts. Plaid Umbrella Collective is a curated shop worth a wander.

The Family Time Variety Store sign, reading Gifts, Books, Notions, under a striped awningA rack of embroidery floss beside bolts of fabric inside Family Time Variety

Family Time Variety

Gifts, books, and notions. A classic variety store tucked into the Davis Hall building.

A long table of homestyle dishes, with a cast iron pan of stewed peppers, a dish of sliced bread and cornbread, bowls of cherry tomatoes and fresh cheese, a covered tureen, and a jar of preserves.

Catering

On-site coffee and full-service catering from local vendors.

Fawn River + Morton

On-Site

Located on the first floor of the Davis Hall building. Available for events including late-night service. Reach out directly to discuss your event needs.

  1. Tier 1: Coffee and custom beverage service
  2. Tier 2: Beverage service plus appetizers and finger foods
  3. Tier 3: Beverage service plus full custom menu
Contact directly.

The Serving Platter

Topeka

Amish home-cooked food. Guests can arrange pickup for their event.

Contact directly.

Shawna Rae's & The Black Sheep

Full-service catering with a wide range of menu options including home-style meals, Italian, Mexican, soups and sandwiches, and more. Contact Shawna directly for menus and pricing.

Contact directly.

Christine's Culinary Kitchen

Goshen

Freezer meals and custom catering.

  • Pricing: 9x13 pan $25, medium $15, small $8.
  • Accepts Venmo, CashApp, PayPal, and cash.
Contact directly.

The Happy Caterer

Shipshewana

Home-cooked meals delivered to your destination.

Contact directly.

A Preferred Partner

Lavender Experiences

Florists

Dutch Blessing Floral

A local Shipshewana florist specializing in event florals and decor. Contact Donna directly to discuss arrangements for your event.

Contact directly.

Where to Stay

Visiting from out of town? These local properties come recommended.

A cabin bedroom with honey toned wood plank walls and ceiling, a bed made up with gingham quilts, tied back curtains at a window onto a green hillside, and a tall framed mirror.

Little Red Hen

Book through Airbnb.

Ole Tin Rooster

Book through Airbnb.

The Nest on Talmadge

Book through Airbnb.

Things to Do

Pumpkinvine Trail

A scenic multi-use trail connecting Shipshewana to Middlebury and beyond. Great for biking, walking, and enjoying the Indiana countryside.

The Main Hall at Davis Hall set for an event with long tables in white linens, elegant chairs, candles, and wood floors

Included with every booking

Sound and AV

Davis Hall includes a full speaker system, sound board, and a DJ input. No outside AV vendor is needed for most events. If you have specific AV needs, reach out and we will walk you through what is available.

Parking

Parking is available all around the building at no charge. Guests arriving by buggy are always welcome.