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

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A Colorful Day at Crayola Experience Orlando

Crayola Experience is inside the Florida Mall with free parking. Plan to spend 3-4 hours exploring. The Café Crayola and Slime Lab are open on weekends only. Check the website for special events and retired crayon appearances. Tickets include all-day access to 25+ attractions and that sweet little burst of nostalgia for grown-ups who still remember the smell of a brand-new crayon box. Use our Read More » Continue reading A Colorful Day at Crayola Experience Orlando

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