The city of Staunton is a wonderful place to visit. The city has a great deal of history and boasts of many well-preserved homes from the 19th Century. There is an active cultural scene and a multitude of museums, galleries, and theatres. Staunton is located in the center of the Shenandoah Valley and is a great spot to see Fall Foliage.
The Frontier Culture Museum located in Staunton offers a fascinating glimpse of farm life from three different countries; Britain, Germany, and the United States. Costumed interpreters recreate life from days gone by and interact with visitors answering any questions they may have.
Address: Frontier Culture Museum, Box 810, Staunton, VA 24402-0810, United States
Phone: 1 (540) 332-7850, Fax: 1 (540) 332-9989
Hours:
January 1 to March 14: 10am-4pm
March 15 to December 30: 9am-5pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum located in Staunton traces the life and times of this great American and 28th President of the United States. Here visitors will find a detailed history of Wilson's life along with his personal possessions. The museum is housed in a large chateau style mansion and the galleries are well laid out. Be sure to check out the Boxwood garden originally planted in 1933 and maintained by the Garden Club of Virginia.
Address: Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum, 18 North Coalter Street, Staunton, VA 24401-2553, United States
Phone: 1 (540) 885-0897, Fax: 1 (540) 886-9874
Hours:
March 1 to October 30: 9am-5pm; Sun:12pm-5pm
November 1 to February 28: 10am-4pm; Sun:12pm-4pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24), Easter - Christian
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