The RV/MH Hall of Fame museum shows the history of the RV and manufactured housing industries with actual units from 1913 to 1970. This limo unit transported Mae West to a from her venues. It was never called a motorhome because it had no sleeping quarters but had a driver, hot plate and an expandable veranda for her to sit in her rocker between scenes on the set.
Ruthmere, a 1910 home along the banks of the St. Joseph River showcases not only the elegance of the time but boasts one of the many patch work flower quilts displayed throughout Elkhart and surrounding areas. The home was built by Albert and Elizabeth Beardsley as a tribute to their daughter, Ruth, who died in infancy. Beardsley gave Elkhart it's name, explaining the shape of the confluence of the St. Joseph and Elkhart Rivers reminded him of the shape of an elk's heart. 
The downtown area along the Elkhart River showcases a 2 mile riverwalk with whimsical statues depicting the various industries of Elkhart. Here Lili is marching in the metal band showcasing the mfging of muscial instruments in Elkhart for 100 years. No vandalism here, this marching band is holding whole or parts of real instruments. I could just hear the sound of 76 trombones! They have a winter ice arena which converts to a summer splash pool too..........and the journey continues 
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