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Matheson History Museum
Matheson History Museum in Gainesville presents Alachua County history, historic buildings, archives, exhibitions and programs near downtown Gainesville.
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Matheson History Museum in Gainesville presents Alachua County history, historic buildings, archives, exhibitions and programs near downtown Gainesville.
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Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention is a Gainesville science and invention museum with hands-on exhibits, maker programs and family learning spaces.
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O'Leno State Park is a state park in Lake City for nature and walking.
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Turkey Creek Hammock Preserve is a nature preserve in Gainesville for nature and walking.
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River Rise Preserve State Park is a state park in Lake City for nature and walking.
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Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park is a state park in Sanderson for nature and walking.
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Kanapaha Botanical Gardens is a garden in Haile Plantation for gardens and walking.
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Butterfly Rainforest is a nature preserve in Gainesville for nature and walking.
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