FREE ADMISSION TO CRACKER COUNTRY DURING SMITHSONIAN MUSEUM MAGAZINE DAY

Mildred W. and Doyle E. Carlton Jr. Cracker Country, a living history museum at the Florida State Fairgrounds, is participating in the most highly anticipated event promoting history, culture, and the arts, Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day, Saturday, September 29th.  The program developed by the Smithsonian Magazine allows a visitor with a Museum Day Pass and one guest free admissions to the museum. Cracker Country, now in it’s fifth year participating in the program, has added more interactive exhibits for the guest to enjoy.

Experience a late 1800’s interpretation of a Cowhunter’s camp, where guests can hear stories about rural Florida cowhunting, and a demonstration on how to lasso.  Crafting in the time period will also be demonstrated by making fabric dolls.  Guests can design and stuff their own 1800’s style fabric doll to take home.  In addition, the original buildings will be open for the public to explore while listening to live dulcimer music.

“Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day is one of Cracker Country’s favorite events to participate in”, said Dan Marshall, Manager of Museum Operations in Cracker Country.  “We are expecting more in attendance with the Department of State’s Viva Florida 500 initiative having an effect on people’s interest in Florida history.”

Cracker Country will be open September 29th for the special event.  For Museum Day admissions visit the Smithsonian Magazine website at smithsonianmag.com/museumday and download a Museum Day Admission Card. This card will admit two guests inside Cracker Country for FREE.
General Pricing is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and children (6-12), children 5 years old and younger will be admitted for FREE.