Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum: A Glimpse into Little House History
Step back in time at Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum, the only childhood home still on its original site!
Visit the Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum in Burr Oak, Iowa, the only childhood home of the beloved author still standing on its original site. Explore the Masters Hotel, where the Ingalls family lived and worked in 1876, and learn about their lives in this 'missing link' of the Little House series.
A brief summary to Laura Ingalls Park & Museum
- 3603 236th Ave, Decorah, Iowa, 52101, US
- +1563-735-5916
- Visit website
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Tours are guided only, so plan to arrive during open hours and allow 45-60 minutes for the full experience.
- Consider visiting in the afternoon, especially in May, to avoid school field trip crowds.
- If you have a group of 10 or more, call ahead to reserve a tour time.
Getting There
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Driving
The Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum is located at 3603 236th Ave, Decorah, IA 52101, just east of U.S. Highway 52. From Decorah, head north on Highway 52, then turn east onto 360th St, which becomes 236th Ave in Burr Oak. The museum will be on your left. Parking is available near the museum. Expect a 19-minute drive.
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Taxi
Taxis are available from Decorah to the Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum. The ride is approximately 19 minutes and costs between $45 and $60. Check with local taxi services for current rates and availability.
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