Kids at Animationland 2026 OC History Center

Hands-on Experience: Animationland Explores Art, Science, and Storytelling

Transporting visitors of all ages to a fantastical land with a quirky cast of characters, Animationland is an exhibition where inspiration is everywhere. Developed by the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, it’s the newest special exhibition at the Orange County Regional History Center in downtown Orlando. Animationland Activities Visitors to the museum step into a colorful, whimsical environment where Tracey the pencil dog and Read More » Continue reading Hands-on Experience: Animationland Explores Art, Science, and Storytelling

Lena Clarke’s purse and contents, Orlando Collected

Orlando Collected: Preserving history can be murder

On Display APRIL 12, 2025 – JAN. 11, 2026 In honor of Orlando’s 150th anniversary, the Orange County Regional History Center offers a glimpse into some of the most fascinating and rarely seen items from the city’s history with our newest special exhibition, Orlando Collected. Since its incorporation in 1875 with just 85 residents, Orlando has grown into a vibrant and diverse community of over 300,000. Through the Read More » Continue reading Orlando Collected: Preserving history can be murder

Orlando Collected

What do Cher, NSYNC, and Shaq have in common? This brick. Curated from the collection of the Historical Society of Central Florida, in collaboration with individuals and organizations throughout the community, Orlando Collected marks the city’s 150th anniversary with the exhibition of 150 of some of the most fascinating and rarely seen items from Orlando’s history. ON DISPLAY APRIL 12, 2025 – JAN. 11, 2026 Read More » Continue reading Orlando Collected

Stepping Back in Time at the Orange County Regional History Center

After countless adventures into Florida’s natural wonders, we decided it was time to immerse ourselves in the region’s history. Enter the Orange County Regional History Center, a hidden gem in downtown Orlando that brings centuries of Florida’s past to life. Housed in the original Orange County Courthouse, the museum offers a seamless blend of captivating exhibits, interactive activities, and stunning architecture that left our family Read More » Continue reading Stepping Back in Time at the Orange County Regional History Center