I have been here twice and both times were for family photo shoots. It's very far for me (approximately 30 miles), but I really do love everything it offers: the trains, train tracks, old cars, old homes, grass, big trees, gazebo, everything. The best time to come is really early in the morning (when they open 9 a.m.) because no one is there and you have the freedom to explore without running into other people or having them in your shots. Locating the museum and parking is very simple. The gift shop is located on the right as you're preparing to enter the property where you pay your entrance fee to the cashier. It's extremely inexpensive (Adults: $2, Children/Seniors: $1) and helps the county continue to preserve this "blast from the past." After paying, you're on your own to explore. It's truly something special. Bring your children and/or your family and glance into the valley's history.