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Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park

18700 S. CR 325, Cross Creek, Gainesville, FL 32640
352-466-3672
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Ranked #8 of 15 attractions in Gainesville
4.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, State Parks
Description: Historic home of the author of "The Yearling."
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Gainesville, Florida
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13 reviews 13 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

What I liked...the history of the place and being able to imagine myself in that setting back in those days. What I didn't like was the heat. Do not go in the summer! More

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Gainesville, FL
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

I went today, April 27, with a group of 5 friends. The house is fortunate to have most of Marjorie's furnishings. The docents are very knowledgeable and tell her story so that the Florida of the 1930's comes alive. For a parking fee of $3 per car and a tour fee of $3 per person, this is one of the... More

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Tampa, Florida
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65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

I am so glad we waited to visit this State Park on a day the tours were available. It made the house and grounds much more meaninful. It as we visited the house while Marjorie had popped out to the grocery store. Everything was still intact and offered authentic glimpses into her life (what books were in the sitting room,... More

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Brandon, Florida
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

I had not read or watched the movie "Cross Creek" before visiting the park. I was planning to visit Micanopy, this seemed to be in the area and a logical place to visit. It was a good decision and we thoroughly enjoyed the visit. The place has a calming effect on the city nerves. It gives a glimpse of what... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

This is an interesting glimpse into life in rural Florida in the 1930's and 40's. On a recent visit to the Marjorie Rawlings home in Cross Creek, we were treated to an informative talk by a costumed tour guide. This site is a little off the beaten path, but well worth the time it took to get there. The home... More

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30 reviews 30 reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012
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We had a wonderful tour guide who made the entire tour so lively and interesting. I was not a fan walking in, but I sure was leaving. Try to view the movie "Cross Creek" before going, the whole tour will mean so much more to you. I would also recommend not to go when it is really hot. Spring and... More

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Tampa FL
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

We missed a tour group by five minutes and were unable to join the group. Tours are not frequent and if you aren't on one you are not able to go inside the house. The property is mildly interesting, but not worth going out of your way for unless you are sure you can take the tour. The directions we... More

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Clearwater, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

A wonderful glimpse into the life of a literary treasure, and into life in old Florida. More

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Ocala, Florida
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 29, 2012

This is a peaceful, engaging visit into the past. A good way to add an hour or two to your day visit to nearby Micanopy. More

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Gainesville,FL
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2012

Really lovely place to walk around and take in the beauty of natural Florida, especially in the spring when orange blossoms are blooming! More

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