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Harmony

The first thing people notice about the city of Harmony is its pleasant name. Local legend says that the settlers decided to make their community an incorporated “village” and met to choose a name. Each group wanted the town named for its leader, and the bickering became louder. Finally the chairman banged his gavel on the table and said, “Let’s have Harmony here!”

Today, visitors to Harmony can take an Amish tour, visit the magnificent Niagara Cave, and ride or walk on the Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail, which connects Harmony to the Root River Trail System.

Like many small towns 100 years ago, Harmony developed near the railroad, and was peopled by immigrants from Norway, Germany, and Ireland. That pioneer spirit has survived in the descendants of those hardy settlers as Harmony continues to serve the farming and business communities.

The symbolism of the town’s name took on new meaning with the arrival of Amish families to the area in 1974. Today the Amish community consists of over well over 100 families and is concentrated in the areas around Harmony, Canton and Granger. With their old-world farming methods, the Amish offer a stark contrast to the modern machinery of their neighbors.

Visit the homes and farms of the Amish families living around Harmony. A local business offers car and group tours of the Amish settlement. View fine Amish craftsmanship and purchase their baked goods, baskets, wood crafts, candy, quilts, and more. While traveling through the beautiful farm country, learn about the history and beliefs of the Amish community and how their lifestyle differs from modern ways, while giving us all a glimpse of how our own ancestors lived and farmed in bygone days.

The area is blessed with rolling hills and valleys, fertile soil for growing crops, and plenty of water in springs and brooks. Niagara Cave, a natural result of the area’s karst geology, is an underground wonderland, millions of years in the making. It was discovered under a sinkhole and was explored and developed over the years as local residents turned the cave into a well-known tourist attraction. The cave has been in continuous development and operation for 80 years and is now fully run by solar energy. One-hour guided tours offer a chance to thrill at nature’s beauty, including a 60-foot waterfall, the crystal “wedding chapel,” huge stalactites and rock formations that took millions of years to form, all far below the earth’s surface. The cave stays a constant 48 degrees year round and offers a 10-acre picnic ground and a miniature golf course.

The Harmony Area Historical Society has developed a karst geological interpretive site as an educational tool for both local residents and visitors to the area. An observation deck with interpretive signage allows visitors to view a sinkhole, learn about how it was formed, and why it is important to our environment.

The area has some of the finest trout streams in the state, river canoeing with rentals available, snowmobile and cross-country trails, and outstanding hunting for wild turkey, upland game birds, deer, and small game.

The Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail connects Harmony to the Root River Trail System, and encompasses over 60 miles of recreational trail. The trail leaves Harmony and passes a variety of wooded areas and large panoramic views of rolling hills, spring-fed creeks and farm sites. The Harmony Trailhead features a park area complete with picnic shelter, playground, a disc golf course, and visitor information center. Bike rental is available in the area.

Interpretive signage has been provided by the Harmony Area Historical Society throughout the business district. Also, enjoy the carved musicians now dotting the Harmony business district.

Harmony also has a nine-hole golf course, one of a dozen in the area which offer an almost endless variety of terrain as well as reasonable fees and uncrowded courses.

Overnight visitors can choose from guesthouses or a 24-room motel with a meeting room. A variety of dining options can be found in Harmony, as well.

Campers may find a comfortable place in Harmony’s municipal campground or one of several private campgrounds in the area.

Harmony offers the shopper many unique and interesting alternatives. For fine hand-crafted Amish quilts, furniture and other items, country crafts, period antiques, and gifts for the spirit, you need go no further than Harmony’s business district. On Harmony’s north edge you will find antique malls with almost everything imaginable from years past in stock.

Another claim to fame for Harmony is that it is home to Fillmore County’s only movie theater, which shows current movies and serves delicious popcorn with real butter.

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Amish Tours of Harmony

Business
Amish Tours of Harmony
Street
94 2nd St. NW
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-696-1354
Website
amish-tours.com
Category
2025-2026, Attractions, Harmony, Minnesota
Tags
Amish, Tours

Experience a lifestyle where the horse and buggy still provide transportation, the home is lighted with kerosene lamps and water is heated on a woodburning stove. Van tours, car tours, group bus tour. Spring through fall. Winter tours by appointment. No Sunday tours. Enjoy an exciting tour with one of our knowledgeable guides. Located in BReaKeRs at the Village Green.

Bee Balm Boutique & Consignment

Business
Bee Balm Boutique & Consignment
Street
65 Main Ave North
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-886-2337
Website
Facebook
Category
2025-2026, Harmony, Minnesota, Shopping
Tags
Apparel, Gifts

We are a boutique & consignment shop offering women’s clothing, shoes and accessories. In addition to clothing, we are always on the lookout for fun, funky, vintage or antique pieces to stock in the store!

Country Lodge Inn

Business
Country Lodge Inn
Street
525 Main Ave North
City
Harmony
State
MN
Website
countrylodgeinnharmonymn.com
Category
2025-2026, Harmony, Hotels & Inns, Lodging, Minnesota

25 spacious, tastefully decorated rooms. Microwave & refrigerator in every room. Very quiet and clean with modern amenities. Free WiFi. Nice large deck to relax and watch the Amish buggies go by.

Hammell Equipment

Business
Hammell Equipment
City
Harmony, Chatfield, Rushford, Eitzen
State
MN
Website
www.hammellequipment.com
Category
2025-2026, Chatfield, Harmony, Minnesota, Rushford, Shopping
Tags
Agriculture, Gifts, Lawn, Garden & Floral

Quality farm equipment and service. Sport, recreation, utility, hunting, farming. Unique IH collectibles, toys, clothing & more.

Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce

Business
Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce
Street
15 2nd Street NW
City
Harmony
State
MN
800-247-6466
Website
www.exploreharmony.com
Category
2025-2026, Harmony, Minnesota, Services
Tags
Golf, Organizations

Tours, shopping and recreational opportunities await you in this active Southeastern Minnesota town. Amish communities and Niagara Cave. Bike trail, parks and shopping.

Harmony Foods

Business
Harmony Foods
Street
55 Center Street W
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-886-2225
Website
www.myharmonyfoods.com
Category
2025-2026, Eating & Drinking, Harmony, Minnesota, Shopping
Tags
fast-food, Grocery & Specialty Foods

Eat. Relax. Enjoy. Full service grocery.

Harmony Spirits

Business
Harmony Spirits
Street
40 1st Ave NW
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-886-7687
Website
harmonyspirits.net
Category
2025-2026, Eating & Drinking, Harmony, Minnesota
Tags
Distillery

A Full Circle "Grain to Glass" Distillery Producing Spirits from Grains Grown in Fillmore County.

Whiskey | Vodka | Bouron Whiskey

Our products are handcrafted in Harmony, Minnesota, in small batches using locally sourced grains. Artfully distilled with care for an incredibly well balanced smooth spirit. Locally owned an operated.

JEM Movie Theatre

Business
JEM Movie Theatre
Street
14 Main Avenue North
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-886-7469
Website
www.jemmovies.com
Category
2025-2026, Attractions, Harmony, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags
Entertainment, movies, Theater

First run movies. Movies every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Bring your own bucket for popcorn and save!

Looking Glass Prairie Furniture Store

Business
Looking Glass Prairie Furniture Store
Street
24852 Klondike Road
City
Harmony
State
MN
Category
2025-2026, Cresco, Harmony, Iowa, Minnesota, Shopping
Tags
Amish, Furniture, Gifts

Completely Amish owned and operated. Quality handcrafted furniture: Dining room, bedroom, tables, chairs, rockers, shelves, quilts, gifts.

MiBroadband

Business
MiBroadband
Street
35 1st Ave NE
55939
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-886-6422
Category
2025-2026, Harmony, Services

Broadband
Voice
Cameras
Device Support
Computer Repair

New Generations of Harmony – Antique Mall

Business
New Generations of Harmony – Antique Mall
Street
50 Industrial Blvd. NE
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-886-6660
Website
www.generationsofharmony.com
Category
2025-2026, Harmony, Minnesota, Shopping
Tags
Amish, Antiques

Over 130 Booths and 10,000 square feet of antiques, collectibles, locally made amish goods, primitives, farm toys & tools, glassware & dishes, vintage fabrics & notions, books and much more! Open daily 10-5.

Niagara Cave

Business
Niagara Cave
Street
29842 County 30
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-886-6606
Website
www.niagaracave.com
Category
2025-2026, Attractions, Harmony, Minnesota, Recreational, Shopping
Tags
Cave, Gifts, Golf, Tours

Come and see the natural beauty of Niagara Cave. Nationally recognized as one of the Top Ten Caves in the United States. On our 1-hour guided tour: Hike one mile underground to depths of 200ft. Discover fossils ~ 450 million years old. See cave formations both delicate and massive. 60ft. Waterfall, wedding chapel, stalactities. Temperature is 48 degrees. Walking shoes are also recommended. Also enjoy: Miniature golf, concessions, gemstone mining, picnic grounds, unique gifts. Open April - October. Located 2 miles south of Harmony, MN on Hwy 139, then two miles west on County Road 30. Just 1 mile north of the Minnesota/Iowa border on Hwy 139 - then west.

Stardust Retro Revival

Business
Stardust Retro Revival
Street
605 Main Ave. N.
City
Harmony
State
MN
507-886-7827
Website
Facebook
Category
2025-2026, Harmony, Minnesota, Shopping
Tags
Antiques, Gifts

Minnesota's ONLY roller skating rink turned antique mall!

Vintage, antiques, collectables, vintage clothing, farm toys, crocks, signs, coins, books, vinyl, jewelry, advertising, tools glassware, cast iron, furniture, and so much more!

Triple-M Furniture

Business
Triple-M Furniture
Street
13222 US 52
City
Harmony
State
MN
Category
2025-2026, Harmony, Minnesota, Shopping
Tags
Amish, Furniture

You will find solid hardwood kitchen and dining room furniture, such as tables, chairs, benches, bar stools, occasional tables, gliders, rockers, plus mixed wood cutting boards, plaques, and much more.

Quality hardwood furniture since 1985

Monday-Saturday: 8am - 6pm | Closed Sunday

Located 2-1/2 miles east of Harmony on Hwy 52

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