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All the United States Virginia Staunton Frontier Culture Museum

Frontier Culture Museum

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

Staunton, Virginia

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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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Frontier Culture Museum
1290 Richmond Ave
Staunton, Virginia, 24401
United States
38.12475, -79.050359
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