From arid plains to swampy wetlands, Central Florida’s natural environment has seen many changes. Dig into Florida’s natural history with guided museum tours and family-friendly activities, including: Archeological Dig Puzzle – Learn about items important to Indigenous communities such as arrowheads, pots, and more as you dig through the sand pit and put the pieces together. Cypress Circles – Cypress trees provide shelter for animals and protect our coasts. Unlock the mystery of how to tell a cypress tree’s age, using real slices of tree trunks. Florida Plant & Animal Matching Game – Panthers, alligators, and manatees, oh my! Play this game to learn about Central Florida’s native animals while earning prizes.
The History Center is home to the Historical Society of Central Florida’s collection of more than 35,000 artifacts, photographs, and archival materials documenting the rich heritage of our region. The History Center is home to the Historical Society of Central Florida’s collection of more than 35,000 artifacts, photographs, and archival materials documenting the rich heritage of our region. Ongoing exhibits include pioneers, theme-park era, destination Florida, Native American's, natural environment, and so much more to explore, touch, and see. Bring your 4-year-old or your high schooler – they are sure to have a great time with our hands-on activities and projects! We also offer homeschool program, school field trips, in-class supplies, and much more!
Guided museum tours: 10:30 a.m., Noon, 1:45 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
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