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Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in January 2021.<\/p>\n

In late December 2020, a social media post sent shockwaves across the internet, suggesting that homes adorned with five-pointed stars were secret signals for \u201cswingers,\u201d a term often associated with couples who engage in partner swapping.<\/p>\n

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However, our investigation uncovered no concrete evidence to support this claim. The roots of this rumor trace back to a 2007 post on the StrippersOnline message board, according to an article published by Distractify, a news and entertainment site. Continue reading down below to reveal the secret behind the \u201cSTAR\u201d in a home\u2026<\/p>\n

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These stars, specifically the five-pointed metal ones that sometimes grace homes, are more commonly recognized as barn stars or, colloquially, \u201cAmish barn stars.\u201d<\/p>\n

While they indeed carry significance, it has nothing to do with residents being swingers. The Ontario, Canada-based news outlet, The Voice, reported that these stars are most commonly found on the homes of Pennsylvania Dutch families.<\/p>\n

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The Pennsylvania Dutch, an American cultural group that originated from southern Germany and settled in the United States, hold these stars dear as symbols of tradition and heritage.<\/p>\n

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\nAs reported by The Morning Call, a local Pennsylvania newspaper, the meaning of these stars may vary depending on whom you ask.<\/p>\n

Broadly speaking, they are often associated with bringing good luck and protection. Some even ascribe different interpretations to the color of the star.<\/p>\n

A quick online search reveals that barn stars are readily available for purchase and are a popular decoration choice, particularly in places like Pennsylvania. However, let\u2019s be perfectly clear, putting up a barn star does not serve as an invitation or signal for those seeking alternative or unconventional relationships.<\/p>\n

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