Since 1891, the first of August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day. The date refers to a historic alliance concluded in 1291 by the three cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden. This alliance was to become the focal point around which the Switzerland of today was built over the next 500 years.
Here in Sugarcreek, Ohio, you can follow the history of the first Swiss Settlers to come to the United States by stopping at the Alpine Hills Museum on Main St. in order to discover how they found their way to what is now known widely as Ohio’s Amish Country. Read more
