Amish woodworkers don’t just set out to build furniture. They aim to craft heirlooms that will stand the test of time and survive through generations. That’s why you’ll never find a piece of ...

These images, taken in Lancaster, PA between 2004 and 2010, show contemporary Amish men, women and children. While the Amish generally do not pose for pictures, some will cooperate with ...

Many of the Amish who choose not to farm go into skilled trades like furniture building, construction, and metal parts manufacturing, Wesner said. These products are often sold to those outside ...

Most Amish today will not pose for a photograph. Considering it a violation of the Second Commandment, which prohibits the making of "graven images," the Amish believe any physical representation ...

Amish women also play an essential role in helping to run small family businesses. Many Amish families operate farms, ...