Chestnut Square Historic Village

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Chestnut Square Historic Village brings Collin County history to life with events, educational programs and tours. The collection of ten historic houses and buildings represent life in Collin County from 1850-1930.

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The buildings included a great 1872 "bed and breakfast" house at 25¢ a night, named the "Two-Bit Taylor Inn". An 1875 Victorian cottage that belonged to a newly prosperous family who were just recovering from the rigors of the Civil War. A favorite was the one room school, complete with slates, lunch pails and a paddle! The ten buildings have been carefully furnished with furniture that is authentic for the period in which the building was built.
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We really enjoy the living history! Things the children read about in books they are able to see, touch and examine.