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Silver Dollar City Travel Guide
Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri is for everyone! Silver Dollar City is a theme park set in the 1880s. My friend Danyelle of The Cubicle Chick sums it up well, “It’s like Six Flags but is more centered on giving you a nostalgic experience. And yes, The Chicklet (her daughter) loves it!” The entire family will delight in watching crafters use historic tools to create works of art and delicious food right before your eyes. Stop at the blacksmith, glassblower, wood carver, broom maker and other crafters to watch skilled artisans create everything from wrought iron fences to marbles and baseball bats. Beyond crafts, Silver Dollar City also provides…
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