Historical and Educational Attractions
This page lists attractions of historical, cultural, or educational significance in the Lake County and Sumter County, Florida area. Listings may include historical homes, battlefields, forts, monuments, famous birthplaces, and other places of historical significance, as well educational attractions such as planetariums.
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The Alice McClelland bandshell was financed by William S. McClelland a local banker, businessman, and civic leader. He constructed the bandshell in ho ...
The Baker House was built by Senator David H. Baker in the late 1800's. It has stood for over 100 years and has seen the world around it change. It ...
A Central Florida landmark since 1956, the Citrus Tower stands unrivaled as a majestic and monumental tribute to Central Florida’s famed citrus indust ...
The South Lake County Historical Society invites you to visit the Clermont Historic Village Museum. Each building offers you a glimpse into the rich h ...
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, acquired by the State of Florida in 1921, is the second oldest site in the state whose protection and preservati ...
East Lake Historical Society Museum is located in the Treadwell Building at the intersection of SR 46 & CR 437S. Stop by and browse around. We have a ...
Built in 1911, the 4,500 sq ft. Clifford house has 18 rooms and is home to the Eustis Historical Museum and Citrus Museum. Our mission is to preserve ...
The cemetery features a Memorial Pathway that is lined with a variety of memorials that honor America’s veterans. As of 2003, there were 47 such memor ...
This building first opened as the First State Bank in 1913 and was known as the “McClelland Building” after the bank’s president – William S. McClella ...
The Groveland Historical Museum exhibits include Groveland sports history memorabilia, civil war videos, and more. Visit website for hours.
The City of Mount Dora has a fascinating history. The large, beautiful lake upon which the city grew is named for Ms. Dora Ann Drawdy, who homesteade ...
The Society's mission is to identify, collect and exhibit the ideas, arts and artifacts of the Lady Lake area's heritage to preserve the past for futu ...
The Lake County Historical Museum offers an exciting and informative view of Lake County’s history. Every month, new exhibits are on display and the m ...
Built in 1883, Lakeside Inn is the oldest continuously operating hotel in the State of Florida. The last of the Grand Victorian Era Hotels still remai ...
The Leesburg Heritage Museum is located in the historic Woman’s Club Building. The museum has an interesting history all its own. It has been home to ...
The McTureous Homestead and Museum interprets an early 19th century cracker home. In addition, this is the boyhood home of U.S. Marine and World War I ...
Mount Dora History Museum is dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of Mount Dora to residents and visitors alike. The building itself, c ...
A 45,000 sq. ft. museum dedicated to the preservation of the International Harvester farming and construction equipment. They also host an annual tra ...
The Presidents Hall of Fame is an "edutainment" family attraction in Clermont. All 45 presidents are represented with artifacts from each administrati ...
A family owned and operated Estate cultivating over 70 varieties of citrus. The Showcase of Citrus is an adventure off the beaten path known for its W ...
