The Carroll County Convention and Visitors Bureau is located in Carrollton. This is a good place to begin a visit to the town to learn about all there is to see and do and also to see the historic Van Horne building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, that houses the Visitors Bureau.
Carrollton and the surrounding area is very popular in summer for its lakes and recreational opportunities.
The Algonquin Mill Complex consists of a number of structures in a pioneer setting. The main focus is the steam powered mill but there is also a country store, a Log Stagecoach Inn, an antique print shop, and a farm house museum. One of the main events held by the Carol County Historical Society each year is the Annual Algonquin Mill Fall Festival. The festival always draws a large audience and is a fun event in this historical setting.
Bluebird Farm consists of a 19th Century farmhouse and a pre-Civil War barn, restaurant, Toy Museum and gift shop. The farm is a 55 acre site with beautiful grounds featuring gardens and a covered bridge.
The Bluebird Toy Museum features a range of American antique toys including some that date back to the 18th Century.
The restaurant is located in the old farm house, providing a unique atmosphere.
The McCook House Civil War Museum in Carrollton is operated by the Carroll County Historical Society. The family that owned this house was more commonly known as "the fighting McCooks", a name given to them because of their military service before and during the Civil War. The house was owned by Daniel McCook, who lived there with his nine sons. The McCook House and Civil War Museum is a memorial to this family.
Hours:
September 6 to October 9: am-am; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
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