Orange-County-History The Serious Art of Make-Believe
Orange-County-History Center. The Serious Art of Make-Believe!Orlando is the home of Walt Disney World wher eyou can see Mickey Mouse, and his famous Walt Disney classic Chacaters including Pluto, Donald Duck and of course the seven dwarfs, but Orlando Florida has much more to offer, Lynn and I have listed some of the most interesting places to visit throughout the website.. we have been visiting Orlando for many years. The Serious Art of Make-Believe at the Orange County History center. Full details about the:- Orange-County-History Center. For more than 20 years, the Universal Orlando Resort Art and Design Department has helped to create larger-than-life environments for the resort’s millions of guests. Enjoy a rare opportunity to peek inside the creative genius behind the theme-park entertainment experience. Discover how imaginary worlds of unique characters, objects, and environments start with the art and design revealed in this exhibition of more than 200 original detailed drawings, architectural plans, and models from the resort’s signature annual events including Halloween Horror Nights®, Mardi Gras, and spectacular holiday extravaganzas.

Discover 12,000 years of central Florida History
Orange-County-History. Embark on a journey and unlock the door to the fascinating history of Central Florida as our five-story masterpiece takes visitors back 12,000 years through a series of interactive permanent exhibits, providing hours of fun and entertainment. Among the many permanent exhibits that The History Center has to offer are the following smart, surprising, and fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Travelling Exhibitions
Orange-County-History. Since 2003, the History Center has been traveling exciting exhibits throughout the country.Contact the Traveling Exhibits Department by phone or e-mail us for information on availability and tour schedules. Traveling Exhibits Departmenttravelingexhibit@ocfl.net(800) 965-2030 Ext. 8519
Seminole Wars: The Fight for Florida
Florida resembled a battlefield during much of the first half of the 19th century when Seminoles and Americans fought for the same land. The Seminole Wars:- The Fight for Florida recounts the three Seminole Wars and the generals and warriors who matched wits and weapons in the jungle-like terrain of Florida's interior. The goal of the exhibit is to create a better understanding of the personal sacrifice, hardship, courage, and foibles demonstrated by leaders during war. Visitors can fill a military supply wagon, try on army uniforms, feel the 30 lb. weight of a soldier's pack, and hear how soldiers may have viewed their experience.

Florida in the Civil War
Although often overlooked in history books, Florida played an important role in the Civil War. Not only did the state send the largest percentage of troops to fight, but also contributed neccessary commodities to soldiers and their families throughout the South. In Florida in the Civil War, discover how Florida overcame adversity to ship salt and beef to the Confederacy and how the state's citizens survived the Union blockade of its coastline. Visitors can try on uniforms, hear music of the era, and listen to letters exchanged between a soldier and his wife during the war. Visitors also can make choices about difficult situations they may have faced during the Civil War period.

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