March Hidden Treasure Locations

New Digs!

Visit us at our new location on the second floor of the Goshen Theater during First Fridays. Hear about upcoming events and explore their new space from 5 – 8 p.m.

For The Love of Old Churches

What’s been going on behind those church walls? Approaching 130 years, what was construction like back then? Where did the materials come from? Find out on our walking tour and bring your stair stepping shoes.

This tour will feature a turn of the century Estey Organ, rough cut timber, and a unique look behind the scenes of this historic building.
End your tour with soup and cornbread, and karaoke for your entertainment!

Last tour starts at 7. We look forward to seeing you!

Hidden Treasure – DES Dance Studio

Did you know about DES studio in the back of The Exhange? DES Dance Studio has been open in the Goshen area since 2015. They offer tap, ballet, jazz, and hip hop classes to kids ages 3-19. We are also the home of DES Dance Company, a traveling competition, and performance team. Our students also have the opportunity to attend specialized dance conventions where they can learn from world-renowned dance instructors!

We hold our annual Showcase in February as well as our studio’s spring recital in May. Watch for upcoming dates at the Goshen Theater!

Hidden FDR Portrait

Elephant Bar has a portrait of FDR hanging in their seating area that was originally part of the Old Courthouse Pub. They purchased this piece at a garage sale after learning its unique place in Goshen’s (and the country’s) history. See if you can spot its location!

Discover More at Fables Books

Learn what goes on behind the scenes with co-owner Brad Weirich. Join one of three tours of the employees only part of the basement.

Customers should meet in the basement at 5 pm, 6 pm or 7 pm. Tours will be around 10 minutes each.

Meet the Authors

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Alicia Rose, author of Worthy, from 6 – 8 pm. This uplifting and inspiring self-help book will lead you to discover your authentic self and remind you you are worthy.

Marshall King’s Disarmed explores Michael “MJ” Sharp’s life and legacy and what we can learn about working towards peace and justice.

Paper Bag Princess Day

Join us back at Fables Books on Saturday, March 5, and stand up to the Dragon with the Paper Bag Princess – a special storytime and activity.

This is a free event. Tickets are required and limited. There are two times slots – 11 a.m. & 2 pm. MASKS ARE REQUIRED. Kids must be accompanied by an adult.

A Hidden Treasure – with Hidden Treasures

The hidden treasure at Found — one First Fridays visitors have often missed — include our upstairs and basement. This space triples the showroom space for our keenly curated collection of midcentury modern and international furniture, art, and artifacts. Found, the only downtown Goshen shop with three functional floors is offering 15 percent off anything from the top or lower floors on March 4 and 5 in honor of March First Fridays.

Discover Reiki

Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that promotes healing. It is administered by “laying on hands” and is based on the idea that an unseen “life force energy” flows through us and causes us to be alive. It also works in conjunction with other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.

Schedule an appointment with Pamela Weishaupt, Reiki practitioner at Giving Tree Massage, to experience it for yourself!

Tour the Brewery

Stop in to participate in a brewery tour! Tours will take place between 5 and 7 p.m., with tours of six people taking place every 15 minutes.

2nd Floor at the Museum

One of downtown’s real hidden treasures is the second floor above the museum that had two apartments or medical offices that have not been occupied since the early 1950s.

Between 5 and 8 p.m. on during First Fridays the public is permitted to climb the narrow steep stairs from Main Street to take a peek at the rooms, closets, and kitchens from that era.

The Goshen Historical Society is developing plans to restore these apartments and to use them for additional displays and other museum uses. The restoration and renovation plan will include the installation of an elevator to make the second floor accessible. We are looking forward to this chance to share with the public our plans for growing our museum.

Goshen Theater Tours

Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the theater’s hidden secrets! They will also be announcing their upcoming Educational Department opportunities.

Tours are scheduled for the following times:
5 – 6 p.m. Tour #1
6 – 7 p.m. Tour #2
7 – 8 p.m. Tour #3
8 – 9 p.m. Tour #4

Please note, masks and social distancing are required when entering the theater.

Keeping Your Records Clean!

Ignition will offer a quick tutorial on cleaning your records and turntable stylus on Friday, March 4th, from 5:30-5:45 PM. These things are essential and will ensure the longevity of your collection and extend the life of your turntable stylus. Also, they will have a buy one get one free on our bargain bin items $1/2/3 records – all day Friday!

Live Printmaking Demo + Goshen Hidden Treasures Picture To Go

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the creative talents and Lino-Cut technique of The Imagination Spot owner, Jasmine Wall. Jasmine will demonstrate Lino-Cut Printmaking and talk about her processes in creating unique artwork for her store.

Demo Times are:
5:15 p.m.,
6:15 p.m., and
7:15 p.m.

For the little ones – Be sure to come in and grab a unique Goshen Hidden Treasures Picture to take home and color while finding the hidden treasures within!

More details are on the Imagination Spot Facebook event page.

Jo Jo’s Pretzels Field Trips

Did you know about Jojo’s Pretzels “Hidden Treasure?” Jojo’s hosts field trips and group events at the shop which tell the story behind Jo Jo’s and the pretzel itself. The group is educated on the origin of the pretzel, and also is given a small piece of dough so each participant can learn how to roll one themselves. This dough is not used to be baked, but the whole group gets to enjoy a mini pretzel, small juice, and dip with their experience. They have been doing this for 30 years!

Gift Basket Giveaway and Hidden Treasure – Life Insurance

Join Brad Kauffman of MAX Insurance Agency-Goshen Office to discuss their “Hidden Treasure” – Life Insurance!

As part of the experience, they will feature a gift basket giveaway of hand-made chocolates, various roasted nuts, and other treats from The Nut Shoppe.

Tour the 1875 Bank Lofts

Get a tour of these strikingly renovated apartments that gracefully marry old & new. Enormous windows, high ceilings, brick walls & original trim inside this gorgeous 1875 brick building are complemented with new Amish-crafted cabinetry & modern high-efficiency amenities, just a stone’s throw from Goshen’s best downtown spots.

Come party with us! We’re celebrating our 4 year anniversary.

We will be open normal hours (7 a.m. – 4 p.m.) at our main location on 121 West Washington and then from 5  p.m. – 8 p.m. on Main Street in front of Meraki Art Co.

We’ll have a special menu of cold and energizing drinks, 0ne day only smoothie flavors, and giveaways!