Amish Way of Life

The Amish way of life in Northeast Ohio is deeply rooted in principles of simplicity, humility, and community.

Amish Heritage

Adhering to traditional values, the Amish eschew modern technology and conveniences that might disrupt their close-knit, agrarian lifestyle, opting instead for horse-drawn buggies and handcrafted tools. Their daily lives revolve around close family ties, communal support, and a commitment to living out their faith through modesty and hard work. This way of life is reflected in their practices, from farming methods and handcrafted arts to their communal gatherings and plain attire. 

By maintaining these traditions, the Amish in Northeast Ohio preserve a distinctive culture that emphasizes self-reliance and a harmonious relationship with the land and each other, offering a serene and authentic glimpse into a simpler way of living.

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Do not stare or otherwise be disrespectful to the Amish. Do keep an eye out for slow-moving Amish buggies (especially at night) while driving, and […]

By Nora Kurtz, Geauga Amish Historical Library “How does an Amish family know which horse and buggy is theirs in a group of thirty or […]

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The History of Northeast Ohio Amish By John Gingerich, board member Geauga Amish Historical Library A great resource is Elizabethtown College’s Amish Studies Dept: https://groups.etown.edu/amishstudies/ […]

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