Free Museums in Ridgedale

"Your kids might go crazy – as long as you can control the overwhelming sense of both excitement and nostalgia that you’re bound to feel upon stepping foot in the World’s Largest Toy Museum. Guests of any age will find toys from their childhood among the museum’s numerous displays whether your younger years were spent collecting baseball cards, building train sets or dressing up Barbie."

"Located on Country Boulevard, The World’s Largest Toy Museum contains more than one million toys. The museum appeals to both children and adults because many of the toys from the past bring back memories for older visitors. The Tin Toy Collection has many Marx toys, named after the early 20th century toy enthusiast, Louis Marx."

"A post shared by Lindsey Covey Kennedy (@lindseycoveykennedy). Calling this the World’s Largest Toy Museum is not an exaggeration. The museum houses oan uncountable collection of toys dating from the 1800s to modern times."

"Ripley’s Believe It or Not Branson Odditorium is one worth adding to your list of things to do in Branson with the entire family. Located in Branson’s entertainment district, this spectacular attraction boasts strange artifacts collected from different parts of the world. Ripley’s Believe It or Not Branson Odditorium comprises about eight galleries, which features more than 450 exhibits of weird objects, animals, and people."

"The Veterans Memorial Museum ...has taken Branson's love for veterans and given it a place of honor. Discover tributes to those who served in WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, and in more recent conflicts. Hundreds of exhibits, many of which have been put together with the help of veterans and their loved ones."

"Fred Hoppe, inspired by the stories from his father who served in World War II, funded and built the Veterans Memorial Museum in Branson."

"Located just off Highway 76, this museum is reviewed as fun even for those who aren’t into fishing. Filled with all kinds of boats, rods, and lures, and even some interesting contraptions people have used over the centuries for catching fish. The collection was gathered by one man, Karl White, and contains over 40,000 items – make sure you allow at least a couple hours to browse it all!"

"Aviation Museums542 CR 2073, Eureka Springs, AR 72632MoreLess Info. Eureka Springs’ Aviation Cadet Museum, also known as Aviation Cadet World, is an interactive museum that features exhibits pertaining to the history of military aviation in the area, including a number of historic planes on display."

"Nestled back right off the main strip, Cakes-n-Creams[9] is a one stop destination for mouthwatering burgers, sandwiches and pizza, as well as some of the most tempting treats like ice cream sundaes, milkshakes, funnel cakes, pies and cobblers. This 50s-themed diner and dessert parlor offers pretty much any kind of sweet dessert you could possibly imagine and they’re all incredibly delicious. The bright, colorful decor is always welcoming, there’s plenty of seating for large groups and the old school jukebox is just waiting for you to pick your favorite song."

"Want to travel back in time and experience the feel of a 50’s diner?. Cakes & Creams is a Kitschy American diner serving burgers, pizza and, most importantly, ice cream sundaes!. Right on the 76 Strip, Cakes & Creams is the perfect place for a dinner experience you can’t find anywhere else in Branson!"

"This 50s-style diner takes adults back in time and will look like a movie scene to kids. The delicious pastry and ice cream selection will have the whole group feeling young at heart."

"Lake Leatherwood is located a little away from Eureka Springs and is one of the beautiful points of interest around. It covers an area of around 100 acres offering some of the best things to do in Eureka Springs. You can go boating, canoeing as well as paddle boating on the lake."

"Located on the south side of Lake Taneycomo, the White River Valley Trail System refers to a series of mountain-biking trails that were opened in 2011. The Coalition for Recreational Trails gave it a national award in the same year. It is a 6-mile hike, which includes the two trails that are called Red Trail and Blue Trail respectively."