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Does anything feel more satisfying than completing a project with your own hands? We don’t think so. We also know that it takes a few helping hands to raise a barn. Even if you’re building your vision, you don’t have to do it alone. Make a trip to Amish Country and find that final inspiration you need to get going. From expert advice to skill-building workshops to construction supplies, our local shops can outfit you with the highest quality items. Customize your vision or just familiarize yourself with the process of becoming a doer and a maker. The work is never done. Let us lend a helping hand. Explore our DIY Day Trip suggestions to make the most of your plans. Stop at any one of these locations or make a day of traveling and touring.
Project Prep
Find Your Supplies
Hardware with history
Raby Hardware General Store offers a range of items that will enhance your camping space or homeplace. They offer sporting goods, housewares, cast iron cookware, paints, tools, plumbing, gardening, camping, pet, and RV supplies. It’s a true old-time hardware and has been in business since 1885, making it the nation’s oldest continuously family-owned and operated hardware store.The location is convenient to Mohican State Park and western Holmes County.
- 223 West Main St., Loudonville. Located in downtown Loudonville.
- Allow 30 minutes to 1 hour for this stop.
Trip Trivia
You’ve heard of Amish barn raising, but what about a frolic? In Holmes County, frolics are organized among friends and neighbors to accomplish a big project or task. It could be anything from cleaning up a garden space to constructing a building. Next time you plan a project, call your friends in for a frolic and you won’t have to do it all yourself!