MUSEUM VILLAGE IN ORANGE COUNTY

MONROE, NY

Museum Village is a living history museum located in Monroe, New York in Orange County. The museum is a 19th century village that features over 20 buildings, all of which are original structures that have been moved from their original locations across Orange County. The village was established in 1950 and is spread across 45 acres of land. The buildings in the village include a blacksmith shop, a one-room schoolhouse, a church, a general store, a log cabin, a barn, and a post office.

Visitors to Museum Village can experience 19th century life through the exhibits and demonstrations held in the village. The exhibits include a collection of antique tools, farm equipment, and household items. Visitors can also watch live demonstrations of traditional crafts such as candle making, weaving, and spinning.

The museum is open from April through December, and visitors can choose to take a self-guided tour or a guided tour with a knowledgeable docent. The village is also available for private events and educational programs. Museum Village is a unique and educational experience for visitors of all ages, offering a glimpse into the past and a chance to learn about life in the 19th century.

MUSEUM VILLAGE IN ORANGE COUNTY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in MONROE NY. US MID #8403600177

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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MONROE
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