Branson Holiday at Silver Dollar City Theme Park
Branson, Missouri remains probably the most popular vacation destinations in the country. And Silver Dollar City remains probably the most popular vacation destinations in Branson!
At Silver Dollar City, visitors can travel back in its history to the simplicity of 1880s America while enjoying all the actual thrills and excitement of today's theme parks. The park provides a unique combination of modern day attractions and rides with a historical perspective which includes Branson craftsmen demonstrating skills in pioneer crafts.
The cave ownership changed many hands prior to the current property owners William Lynch. After the death of William Lynch's the ownership was offered to his daughters. They continued to maintain the cave since the Marvel Cave until Hugo Herschend a sales man bought a 99 year lease from the land and began operating the area. After Hugo's death his wife with their two sons, had taken up the task and made several changes and up-graded the region with many new features. One such feature was the running of a railway that commuted in and from the cave.
The popular Branson theme park welcomes a lot more than 500 visiting craftsmen and musicians during its annual National Crop Festival, September 12 thru October 31, 2009.
From quilting as well as wood carving to painting and stained glass, visitors can benefit from the finest craftsmanship in America. Of course, the National Harvest Festival also features more information on musical guests, offering up traditional folk tunes, tight gospel harmonies, country classics and also the best in bluegrass.
Book a discount Branson vacation package this fall and may also enjoy another popular Branson show at Silver Dollar Town - the signature stage show, Headin' West! A 45-minute reside musical, the show at the Opera House tells the tale of America's westward expansion throughout the 1860s.
Craftsmen include the silversmith, potter, blacksmith, candy maker, glass cutter, coppersmith, basket maker and much more.
Of course, Branson is considered the "live entertainment capital from the world" and Silver Dollar City continues that tradition by offering a lot more than 40 live shows daily. From children's favorites like VeggieTales® to Choctaw Charlie's Frontier Follies and also the Magic of Peter Gossamer, there are a myriad of shows and musical extravaganzas that are certain to entertain the entire family.
For the young and young in mind, Silver Dollar City still adds up to excitement. That indicates rides like Wildfire®, a high-flying, multi-looping roller coaster that hits increases to 66 miles-per-hour! Or The Giant Swing where you'll climb aboard a huge pendulum and sail at 45 mph while soaring 7 stories into the sky as you swing 230 degrees laterally.
Another popular ride at Silver Dollar City is PowderKeg®. This highly explosive coaster launches riders from 0 to 53 mph in only 2. 8 seconds, combining speed with spiraling turns for a really hair-raising experience. Of course, for those looking for a small less excitement, the park also offers gentler rides such since the Silver Dollar Line Steam Train.
Branson is also home to six amazing Festivals throughout every season. Spring brings international performers to Missouri's heartland for World-Fest, and two of America's greatest traditions are celebrated throughout the Midwest's biggest gathering of Bluegrass & BBQ.
Summer months are full of special fun for the little ones as the park celebrates KidsFest. Then since the leaves begin to change colors throughout the spectacular Ozark Mountain tops, Branson celebrates fall by hosting some of the most popular names in Gospel music on stages through the park during the Southern Gospel Picnic. Another fall favorite is the National Harvest Festival featuring authentic harvest-time foods and a number of craftsmen demonstrating their skills. Finally, the park brings home the spirit from the holiday season with its annual Old Time Christmas festival, nationally recognized for delivering among the best holiday light shows in America.
At Silver Dollar City, visitors can travel back in its history to the simplicity of 1880s America while enjoying all the actual thrills and excitement of today's theme parks. The park provides a unique combination of modern day attractions and rides with a historical perspective which includes Branson craftsmen demonstrating skills in pioneer crafts.
The cave ownership changed many hands prior to the current property owners William Lynch. After the death of William Lynch's the ownership was offered to his daughters. They continued to maintain the cave since the Marvel Cave until Hugo Herschend a sales man bought a 99 year lease from the land and began operating the area. After Hugo's death his wife with their two sons, had taken up the task and made several changes and up-graded the region with many new features. One such feature was the running of a railway that commuted in and from the cave.
The popular Branson theme park welcomes a lot more than 500 visiting craftsmen and musicians during its annual National Crop Festival, September 12 thru October 31, 2009.
From quilting as well as wood carving to painting and stained glass, visitors can benefit from the finest craftsmanship in America. Of course, the National Harvest Festival also features more information on musical guests, offering up traditional folk tunes, tight gospel harmonies, country classics and also the best in bluegrass.
Book a discount Branson vacation package this fall and may also enjoy another popular Branson show at Silver Dollar Town - the signature stage show, Headin' West! A 45-minute reside musical, the show at the Opera House tells the tale of America's westward expansion throughout the 1860s.
Craftsmen include the silversmith, potter, blacksmith, candy maker, glass cutter, coppersmith, basket maker and much more.
Of course, Branson is considered the "live entertainment capital from the world" and Silver Dollar City continues that tradition by offering a lot more than 40 live shows daily. From children's favorites like VeggieTales® to Choctaw Charlie's Frontier Follies and also the Magic of Peter Gossamer, there are a myriad of shows and musical extravaganzas that are certain to entertain the entire family.
For the young and young in mind, Silver Dollar City still adds up to excitement. That indicates rides like Wildfire®, a high-flying, multi-looping roller coaster that hits increases to 66 miles-per-hour! Or The Giant Swing where you'll climb aboard a huge pendulum and sail at 45 mph while soaring 7 stories into the sky as you swing 230 degrees laterally.
Another popular ride at Silver Dollar City is PowderKeg®. This highly explosive coaster launches riders from 0 to 53 mph in only 2. 8 seconds, combining speed with spiraling turns for a really hair-raising experience. Of course, for those looking for a small less excitement, the park also offers gentler rides such since the Silver Dollar Line Steam Train.
Branson is also home to six amazing Festivals throughout every season. Spring brings international performers to Missouri's heartland for World-Fest, and two of America's greatest traditions are celebrated throughout the Midwest's biggest gathering of Bluegrass & BBQ.
Summer months are full of special fun for the little ones as the park celebrates KidsFest. Then since the leaves begin to change colors throughout the spectacular Ozark Mountain tops, Branson celebrates fall by hosting some of the most popular names in Gospel music on stages through the park during the Southern Gospel Picnic. Another fall favorite is the National Harvest Festival featuring authentic harvest-time foods and a number of craftsmen demonstrating their skills. Finally, the park brings home the spirit from the holiday season with its annual Old Time Christmas festival, nationally recognized for delivering among the best holiday light shows in America.