The tradition of the Amish and Mennonite Barn Star can be traced back to the late 1700’s.

On many older barns, farmers placed a large painted or wood decoration in the shape of a star on the face of the barn.  Sometimes the purpose of the star was aesthetic but occasionally it represented the trademark of a specific barn builder.

The original star shape was three-pointed but has changed over the years. Today, most Barn Stars are five-pointed and made of tin.  They are very popular as both interior and exterior decorations and the smaller stars are used as crafting material.   Although modern Barn Stars are available in many colours the most popular colour remains the natural rusted look.

Barn Stars - old and new - are considered to be a sign of good fortune and good luck.

At Miller's of Merrickville Country Store we carry a large selection of tin Barn Stars - and other decorative tin items - in a wide-variety of sizes, shapes, styles, and colours.

If you don't see what you're looking for displayed on our front porch, or in our store, just ask and we'll be happy to check our large inventory.