Welcome to the Barker Mansion

What a gem. The Barker Mansion is so rich in history. You are taken back in time and it is fascinating. The staff are amazing and so knowledgeable. I plan to go back and bring others with me.

The restoration being done is outright stunningly beautiful. Michigan City has a gem. A huge THANKS YOU TO THE BARKER FAMILY DESCENDENTS for truly bringing the mansion back to life. Felt as if I was visiting the family and having Santa there for Christmas in the parlor made it so special. Michelle answered all our questions with enthusiasm and outright respect foe the Barker family A beautiful voice of Santa and my 97 year old Mom singing Silent Night was beyond what I could have ever been given as a Chritmas gift!!! Thank you for all your hard work for having a shining moment in time as part of Michigan City's history. (Wish I could attach a video of them singing) it would warm your hearts. And yes the have made disability accessible accommodations. Just let them know when you arrive and they will help with those in wheelchairs. Michigan City Resident Elaine K Criswell

Absolutely breathtaking beauty and so much history! Highly recommend to go see it, and book for your special event!

Went for a tour today after the mansion was recently renovated. Our tour guide was funny, energetic, and informative. Highly recommended for those of us who enjoys history, art, and architecture.

Great museum! Michelle was amazing, energetic and informative. Make sure you do the guided tour, you will not be disappointed.

Our group decided to purchase the guided tour and we're so glad we did. Michele has a passion for her job as Operations Manager and provided a great tour with lots of details. Her sparkling personality and knowledge of the mansion made our time there memorable and fun! Be sure to follow them on their social media pages for special events they hold throughout the year, especially Christmas! Enjoy!

Our docent was fabulous. So much history!

This place is a destination worthy jewel. Extensively (and kind of incredibly) restored over the last couple years. We were going to skip the tour and stumbled onto Craig’s tour. It’d be great without a tour guide but is 10X more interesting with the tour because the house and family have a really interesting history. Loved it

Wow, I was absolutely blown away by the stunning beauty of this place! As a huge fan of the Gilded Age, I was thrilled when my husband and I decided to stop by and explore the Mansion. We’re from Atlanta, and I had never heard of the Baker family before this visit, so it was a delightful surprise. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by Craig, who was incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions with enthusiasm and made us feel right at home. In the basement, Jack took over, and his passion for the exhibit was palpable. He pointed out hidden gems and offered insights that we might have otherwise missed, showcasing his genuine interest in his role. Upstairs, although I didn’t catch her name, the young lady was equally impressive. She guided us through with ease and answered our queries with a smile. Every member of the staff contributed to an exceptional experience, and we were thoroughly impressed by their dedication. The Mansion itself was a treasure trove of beauty and history, with every corner offering a new photo opportunity. We loved our self-guided tour and can’t wait to return during the Christmas season to see the holiday decorations. If you’re passionate about historical places and rich history, this is definitely an A+ destination. We wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone in the area!

We were so glad to have went to a tour and after we were done the nice lady and her son gave us so much more details on the home and the family they were incredible.

The employees were very helpful and knowledgeable. The whole family enjoyed the experience. They even gave us recommendations on the area attractions.

Amazing place. Stunning details, I could spend all day in here.