Plan Your Visit

Tickets

The Barker Mansion provides affordable general admission and guided tours to visitors. Special event pricing varies, based on the type of event.

General Admission

    Adults16.50
    Youth (Age 2–17)10
    Seniors (Age 60+)10
    Children (Age 0–1)Free
    Military (ID Required)Free

The Barker Mansion is privileged to provide free admission to those who have served in the United States Military. Please bring a DD 214 or other proof of Military service.

Event Hosting

Event hosting is available by reservation. The Barker Mansion is home to weddings, corporate trainings, conferences, and private parties and celebrations.

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Purchasing Online

When purchasing online, bring a copy of your ticket (printed or electronic) and a valid ID.

Included with Your Ticket

Access to the Legacy of Freight exhibit is included with your purchase of General Admission or a Guided Tour.

Guided Tours include access to The Mansion for the entire day. Enjoy the tour, and stay for the day.

Group Visits

The Barker Mansion provides discounts to groups of 10 or more guests. Contact us to schedule a group visit.

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Locations and Hours

Featured Events

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Indiana Landmark Speaker Series

Sat, Apr 26 • 12:00 pm
631 Washington St, Michigan City, IN

The Barker Mansion is excited to welcome Deb Parcell, Community Preservation Specialist with Indiana Landmarks, for a three-part speaker series...

Speaker series with Deb Parcell on April 26, 2025.

Mother’s Day Craft Event Featuring Parties on the Gogh

Wed, Apr 30 • 5:30 pm
227 W 7th Street, Michigan City, IN

Celebrate Mother’s Day with creativity and charm at The Barker Cottage! Join us for an evening of decoupage crafting...

Mother's Day craft event on April 30, 2025.

Mother’s Day Tea at The Barker Mansion

Sat, May 10 • 1:00 pm
631 Washington St, Michigan City IN

Celebrate the special women in your life—or someone you love as a mother—with an elegant and memorable Mother’s Day Tea...

Mother's Day Tea Parts on Saturday, May 10, 2025.

On Display

Haskell & Barker Car Company and The Legacy of Freight

Travel to 1830's Michigan City. The exhibit pays tribute to the Haskell & Barker freight car factory through state-of-the-art visual displays.

The Mansion

Learn all about The Barker Mansion and why it's a great place to visit or host your next gathering or special event.