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Cracker Country

Florida’s Rural Living History Museum at The Fairgrounds

Tampa’s only living history museum , located right at the Florida State Fairgrounds.

Cracker Country
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Explore Florida’s Pioneering Past

Cracker Country is not open to the public year-round. It is only accessible during the Florida State Fair and select special events.

Come learn about Florida’s rural past in this hands-on, immersive adventure! With original structures dating back to the late 1800s and knowledgeable docents in historic dress, stepping into Cracker Country takes visitors back in time.

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The Cracker Country Experience

About Cracker Country

About Cracker Country

Dive into the rich history of Florida’s past with Cracker Country and its amazing historical structures.

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Cracker Country Field Trips

Field Trips

Take a curriculum-based trip with young learners, elementary schoolers, and beyond.

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Cracker Country at the Fair

Cracker Country at the Fair

Bringing Florida’s rural living history to a broad audience of fair-goers.

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Fairgrounds Map - Cracker Country
  • Cracker Country
    Gate 2 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Entrance
  • General Store
    The General Store Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Entrance
  • Covered Pavilion
    South Festival Grounds Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Entrance