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Children as well as adults will enjoy visiting the Old Salem Museums & Gardens in Salem, North Carolina. With several museums on site, a variety of restored gardens and fascinating living history exhibits, there is something to suit every taste at this fun and educational attraction. The Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA) is a popular attraction at Old Salem. Visitors can see a tremendous variety of early southern decorative arts here, including ceramics, paintings, furniture, textiles and more.The historic buildings at Old Salem and costumed staff members participating in living history displays are an incredible combination. Life at Old Salem as it was during the 18th and 19th centuries is effectively recreated before your eyes. An extensive collection of artifacts as well as garden areas restored to specific dates contribute to the authentic atmosphere of this historic town. Children will enjoy spending time at the Children’s Museum at Old Salem where they will learn about 18th century colonial life and have fun with interactive play and hands-on exhibits. The expansive collection of toys at the Toy Museum here is a delight to both children and adults.