The Museum of the Grand Prairie is a charming little museum, perfect for grasping the attention of kids, no matter what age. There are a lot of hands on exhibits like Abraham Lincoln's buggy or a pub he frequented called "Kelley's Tavern". There are replicas of clothes worn at the time and old photographs of people living in the area. It is a perfect place to show children how the settlers lived and worked.
Located right next to the museum is the "Mabery Gelvin Botanical Garden". Just as charming, it invites you to explore the diverse local flora, drive or walk through a covered bridge, hike on one of the well kept trails or swing on a set of swings. They also have a One-Room Schoolhouse on the premises, unfortunately we missed that one.
This is one of the museums/gardens I was really taken with. It rather small but everything is put together in a very personal and lovingly way. The kids didn't want to leave!
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This looks like a lot of fun. I love charming little museums like this!!!
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