
Florida’s Rural Living History Museum at The Fairgrounds
Tampa’s only living history museum , located right at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
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.

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

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

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



