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Frontier Culture Museum

Staunton, Virginia

Outdoor exhibits explore the contributions of European, African, and indigenous peoples to American frontier culture.  

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Recreated Native American Settlement - Frontier Culture Museum rfinkels (Atlas Obscura User)
German Farm - Frontier Culture Museum rfinkels (Atlas Obscura User)
Irish Blacksmith Shop - Frontier Culture Museum rfinkels (Atlas Obscura User)
Inside the authentic 1690 English House rfinkels (Atlas Obscura User)
African Settlement - Frontier Culture Museum rfinkels (Atlas Obscura User)
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A museum for history lovers of all ages.

The Frontier Culture Museum is an outdoor adventure through examples of what early life was like in the region. A prominent highlight of the museum is its exploration of contributions made to the American frontier by those hailing from the backcountries of England, Germany, and West Africa. 

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