Cracker Country
Cracker Country, a rural Florida living history museum, was established in 1978 by Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Carlton, Jr.[1] so future generations might better understand and appreciate Florida's rural heritage.
From the rustic cypress log corn crib to the grand old two-story Carlton house, Cracker Country features thirteen original buildings dating from 1870 to 1912 but actually takes place in 1898.[1] These buildings were moved to their present location from throughout the state. The train station is from Okahumpka, and the two-story Carlton house is from Wauchula.[1] These have been then restored and furnished with antiques of the period.
Cracker Country is located on the Florida State Fairgrounds in East Lake-Orient Park, and is presented by the Florida State Fair Authority.
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