This place was utterly fascinating. An immigrant German Catholic, Heinz Gaugel, who felt drawn to the Anabaptist cultures, created a 10 feet high 360 degree mural in 14 years (including all the...
Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center
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The Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center in Holmes County, Ohio offers a unique educational experience centered around the history of the Amish, Mennonites, and Hutterites. One of its main attractions is the Behalt cyclorama, a 10-foot by 265-foot circular mural that depicts the stories of these communities from their origins to the present day.
Through the Behalt mural, visitors can witness the struggles, perseverance, and beliefs that have shaped the Amish and Mennonite way of life. The mural serves as a visual timeline, illustrating the journey of these groups through persecution, migration, and a commitment to non-violence.
As a non-profit organization, the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center relies on donations to support its mission of accurately informing visitors about the faith, culture, and lifestyle of the Amish, Mennonite, and Hutterite peoples. Guests can enjoy guided tours, explore the gift shop, and engage with the rich history of these communities during their visit.
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We were recommended this place and decided to come. It's a little museum they sell some Amish things. There was some cool art pieces they sell. There's some books and pictures you can see that...
Excellent overview of the Amish and Mennonite relgions and how their persecution lead to travels to both the USA and Canada. Highly recommend.
This little museum (which houses the Ohio Amish Library, which can be accessed by appointment) also houses Behalt, a 10 ft x 265 ft cyclorama (mural-in-the-round) illustrating the heritage of the...
It was my first day and first time in the area. I stopped in and got some information, they also sold some local wares. I had meant to go back and check it out more but never got around to it.
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