Kishacoquillas Valley is unique in that there are three distinct Amish Groups with three different colored buggies.

Byler Amish

The Byler Amish, a small and conservative subgroup of the Amish, have their roots in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania, where they formed after a division from the Lancaster County Amish in 1849. Known locally as “Alt Gemee,” meaning “Old Church,” this community is distinct for its adherence to traditional practices, including the unique yellow buggies that earned them the nickname “yellow-toppers.” Their commitment to simplicity is also reflected in their dress, with men wearing only a single suspender as part of their attire, which is unique to Kishacoquillas Valley.

Peachey (Renno) Amish

The Peachey, or Renno, Amish—often called the “black-toppers.” They follow traditional Amish customs, including shunning. Men may wear a single suspender, unique to Kishacoquillas Valley, and women wear black bonnets. Homes are often painted white with red barns, and carpets, curtains, and screens are commonly used. Indoor plumbing is also permitted. Their black buggies are square in shape and are closed in for daily life.

Nebraska Amish

The Nebraska Amish, known as the “white-toppers” for their white buggy covering, are  the most conservative Amish groups in the country. Despite their name, they are centered in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania.

Men wear white shirts, brown or denim trousers, and wide-brimmed hats, while women wear long dark dresses, with scarfs as head coverings. Their bishops, ministers and deacons ware gray coats and trousers.  Their buggies are open sided even during the winter.  Homes and barns are often left unpainted, and items like curtains, screens, and carpets are sometimes avoided to keep life simple.