Even if you're not a car enthusiast, you've got to admit it changed well, just about everything. Gasoline Alley Museum at Heritage Park Historical Village documents the dawn of the automobile age.

The museum is a "hands-on, interactive experience," packed with displays that invite exploration. Like a turn-of-the-century street scene, for instance. There's also an extensive collection of vintage automobiles and oil and gas-related artifacts. It's probably the only time you'll ever find yourself in the thick of a traffic jam without a hint of road rage.

The Gasoline Alley Museum is open year-round, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. Admission to the museum is included in your park admission.