Mountain Homeplace facts for kids
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| Established | July 1995 |
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| Location | 445 Kentucky Route 172, Staffordsville, Kentucky |
| Type | Living history |
The Mountain Homeplace is a special museum in Staffordsville, Kentucky. It's like stepping back in time to the mid-1800s! This "living history" museum shows you what a farming community was like long ago. It's located inside Paintsville Lake State Park.
At the Mountain Homeplace, you can see many old buildings. There's a blacksmith shop, where metal was shaped. You'll also find a one-room schoolhouse, a church, a cozy log cabin, and a barn with farm animals. These buildings were moved here in the 1980s. This saved them from being covered by the water of the new Paintsville Lake. The museum first opened its doors in July 1995.
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What You Can See and Do
When you visit, you'll meet friendly tour guides. They are also park workers. They dress in old-fashioned clothes from the 1800s. They will show you how people lived and worked back then.
Old Skills and Crafts
You can watch them do amazing things. They might show you how to forge horseshoes. This means shaping metal with heat and tools. You can also see how people made quilts. These are warm blankets made from many fabric pieces. You might even see them taking care of farm animals. It's a great way to learn about history!
Welcome Center and Museum
The Mountain Homeplace has a Welcome Center. This is where your visit often begins. Inside, you'll find the Museum of Appalachian History. This museum teaches you about the history of the Appalachian mountains. There's also a gift shop. Here you can find cool arts and crafts made by local artists.
The In the Pines Amphitheater
Near the museum, there's a large outdoor theater. It's called the In the Pines Amphitheater. It was built in the early 2000s. The theater looks like the ancient theaters from Ancient Greece. It has 700 seats. This theater is open all year. It hosts many events, including the Red Bud Gospel Sing each year.
Plan Your Visit
The Mountain Homeplace is open for visitors for most of the year. You can explore this historical place from April 1st through December 20th. It's a fun and educational trip for everyone!
See also
- David McKenzie Log Cabin
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The Welcome Center at Mountain Homeplace.
