Cracker Country is a rural Florida living history museum located on the Florida State Fairgrounds. It was founded with the purpose of preserving Florida's rural heritage.  The museum recreates an 1890s rural Florida town. Its collection of 13 original buildings dating back from 1870-1912 were relocated from across the state of Florida beginning in 1978 when Cracker Country was established by Mr. and Mrs. Doyle E. Carlton, Jr. Today, the historically furnished buildings recreate the lifestyles of the past, and costumed interpreters portray daily living as Florida pioneers and share the stories of early Floridians' experiences. Guests are invited to visit Cracker Country to re-live and preserve Florida's rural heritage!

The mission of Cracker Country is to document, preserve, and interpret rural pioneer Florida history and folklife during the period of 1870-1912, using: 

• Museum standards and best practices, 
• Attention to historical accuracy and detail, 
• A group of well trained and enthusiastic docents, 
• Interactive interpretive programs, 
• Excellent customer service, 
• And sound fiscal principles and practices.

By becoming a member, you are showing your support for the preservation of Florida’s pioneer history! Join now and keep Florida’s past alive! 

Becoming a member of the Cracker Country family benefits you and your community in many ways. Member benefits include:

• A 10% discount in Cracker Country’s General Store
• Free admission to Discover the Past Programs for you AND for guests
• Tickets to the Florida State Fair
• Reciprocal benefits with local and national museums

Click here to see a full list of membership levels and benefits.

Phone

813-627-4225

Mail

P.O. box 11766

Tampa, Fl 33680

Email

Director, Rip Stalvey

Operations Manager, Dan Marshall

Program Supervisor, Jennifer Becker

Culture Commerce Supervisor, Linda Mahoney

Maintenance & Restoration Coordinator, Ron Tarlton 

Graphic Designer, Steve White