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FALL 2009 EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS
Media Contact:
Sherry Meadows Lewis / (407) 836-8595 / Sherry.Lewis@ocfl.net
Jen Cipolla / (407) 836-8596 / Jennifer.Cipolla@ocfl.net
ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL HISTORY CENTER
FALL 2009 EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS
ORLANDO, Fla. (August 13, 2009) - The Orange County Regional History Center offers a variety of programs, events, and exhibitions this fall:
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Family Fun Shop: Crazy Caricatures
Have Maria Bolton-Joubert, a professional caricature artist, transform you into a hilarious piece of art. Then step up to the easel, grab a pencil, and get ready to draw your own portrait with crazy exaggerations. Sponsored by Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q. 10 a.m.-Noon. Adults $7; children ages 12 and under $5; Members free. Reservations required, call (407) 836-8580.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Retro Game Night
Good old-fashioned fun with an array of classic board and video games throughout the museum! Free nostalgic treats and cash bar. 7 p.m.-midnight. $5 cash at door.; Members free. Ages 18 and up. Retro attire encouraged. Call (407) 836-7010 for information.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
History Center Anniversary and Smithsonian Museum Day
The Orange County Regional History Center celebrates its ninth anniversary in the historic 1927 courthouse in downtown Orlando with dancers, mascots, and more from Central Florida sports teams including the Orlando Magic, Tampa Bay Rays, Orlando Punishers, Orlando Mayhem, and others. Check www.thehistorycenter.org for details and updates. The museum also joins the nationwide Smithsonian Museum Day by opening its doors free of charge to SMITHSONIAN magazine readers and Smithsonian.com visitors. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Your free "Smithsonian Museum Day" admission card is available online at www.smithsonianmag.com. Call (407) 836-7010 for information.
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Trick or Treat Safe Zone
Bring your children to the History Center for a safe, fun trick or treat adventure. Ghouls and goblins enjoy three floors of trick or treating along with creepy crafts, revolting refreshments, and a not-so-scary Mystery House. Be a part of a hair-raising costume contest! 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Ages 12 and under welcome; must be accompanied by an adult. Call (407) 836-8580 for details.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Family Fun Shop: Florida Natives
The History Center and the Central Florida Zoo invite you to come see some of the wonderful, diverse wildlife that lives in our state, including alligators, opossum, and gopher tortoises. Learn why it is so important to care for our state, and save the habitat for these natives. Sponsored by Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q. 10 a.m.-noon. Adults $7; children ages 12 and under $5; Members free. Reservations required, call (407) 836-8580.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
History Center Book Club: "The Last Timucuan"
Award-winning author Fredric M. Hitt returns with his story of the Timucua Indians of early Florida. The year is 1704 - great European powers vie each other for dominance with the Indians of La Florida standing in the line of fire. Read the book and join us for lively conversation with the author. 3-5 p.m. Free. Refreshments provided by Barnie's Coffee and Tea. Call (407) 836-7010 to R.S.V.P.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
History Center Holiday at Heritage Square
Bring friends and family to the museum for a festive holiday celebration. Mayor Richard Crotty flips the switch to light the square at sundown, then explore the museum, enjoy musical performances, visit with Santa, create holiday crafts, and more. Entertainment 5:30 p.m.; lighting at sundown (approximately 6 p.m.), followed by opening of History Center. Free. Call (407) 836-7010 for information.
Friday, December 18, 2009
Family Date Night: Just Desserts
Bring the whole family to a no-baking bake off! Learn simple, delicious holiday recipes you can take home with you and pass down for generations. We provide the ingredients, you simply have fun. Sponsored by Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q. 7-9 p.m. Adults $7; children ages 12 and under $5. Members free. Reservations required, call (407) 836-8580.
LIMITED-RUN EXHIBITION!
Through October 4, 2009
Looking East
Looking East features stunning photographs by Steve McCurry, known all over the world for his iconic images, including the green-eyed Afghan girl featured on the cover of National Geographic magazine, and poignant portraits of children, pilgrims, monks, miners, and travelers McCurry encountered on his journeys throughout Afghanistan, India, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Tibet, and Myanmar (Burma). Sponsored by Carlton Fields, P.A. Included with general admission.
September 15 - October 16, 2009
The heART of the Homeless: Art by Coalition Children
The History Center hosts this exhibit from the Coalition of the Homeless of Central Florida in its grand staircase featuring photographs taken by children in the Art by Coalition Children program. The program provides an outlet for these children to express and discover themselves in a nurturing environment where they can explore the arts and build self-confidence. Included in general admission.
The Orange County Regional History Center, housed in a restored historic five-story 1927 courthouse in downtown Orlando, showcases the vast collections of the Historical Society of Central Florida, Inc. The museum features three floors of permanent exhibitions and also presents nationally important limited-run exhibitions. The museum is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and accredited by the American Association of Museums.
The History Center is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. General admission* is $9, seniors (60+) and students with valid I.D. are $7, and children ages 5-12 are $6. Historical Society Members, Orange County employees, and children 4 and under are free. *Special admission prices may apply for limited-run exhibitions. A self-guided Audio Tour of the museum's permanent exhibits is available free of charge with admission into the museum. For general information, call (407) 836-8500 or visit www.thehistorycenter.org.
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The Orange County Regional History Center is financed in part by Orange County Government through the Department of Health & Family Services under Orange County Mayor Richard T. Crotty and the Board of County Commissioners, The Historical Society of Central Florida, Inc., United Arts of Central Florida with funds from the United Arts Campaign and by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Arts Council, as well as the National Endowment for the Arts: Division of Historic Resources and Bureau of Historical Museums.
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