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Orange County Regional History Center
Basic Information
Address: 65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32801
Phone Number: 407-836-8500
Fax Number: 407-836-8550
Email: pat.birkhead@ocfl.net
Director: Sara Van Arsdel
Action Shots
Additional Information
Causes Served: education, children, families, local history, adults, seniors, ADA
Population Served: children, adults, ADA
Ages for Volunteer: 14 and older
Hours of Service: various
Minimum Hours Required: 25/year
Days of Service: generally weekdays or school holidays
Mission Statement:
We honor the past, explore the present to shape the future
Philosophy/Belief Statement:
To make history relevant, interesting, and fun; to engage and enhance our community; to preserve the rich history and cultural heritage of Central Florida; to create and nurture an environment for community involvement; to provide a place for non-partisan dialogue.
Program History:
With roots goving back to the 1940s as an historical society, the historical museum was founded in 1971; on Sept. 29, 2000, the name was changed to the Orange County Regional History Center and moved to the renovated 1927 Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando.
Events:
Several throughout the year, including Johy Young History Maker, bi-monthly Brown Bag Lunch & Learn, twice a year Artists and Authors, Halloween Safe Zone, and Holiday in the Square to name a few.