Four-floor museum in the restored 1927 courthouse tracing Central Florida from the Timucua to theme-park era.
The Orange County Regional History Center is at 65 E Central Boulevard, facing Lake Eola's northwest side in downtown Orlando. It occupies the Orange County Courthouse, built in 1927 in neoclassical style, and its exhibits run from Florida's Indigenous peoples and the Seminole Wars through citrus, cattle and the arrival of the railroad to the space program and theme parks. The restored 1927 courtroom is part of the visit. Two floors are devoted to permanent galleries, while others hold changing exhibitions. It is the best single stop for visitors who want to place Orlando's growth in context. Admission details and events are on thehistorycenter.org, and the phone number is +1 407-836-8500.
| Admission | Adults about $15 USD; discounts for seniors, students and children (confirm on thehistorycenter.org) |
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| Hours | Mon-Sat 10:00 AM-5:00 PM, Sun noon-5:00 PM (confirm on thehistorycenter.org) |
| Address | 65 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801 |
Why it matters
Housed in the 1927 Orange County Courthouse; the main museum of Central Florida history.
Location
65 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801
28.5409, -81.3779 View on map
Highlights
- Restored 1927 courtroom
- Citrus and cattle galleries
- Theme-park era exhibits
- Changing exhibitions
Tips for visiting
- Allow about 2 hours.
- Walk to Lake Eola afterwards.
- Check the website for evening events.
- Paid garages are nearby; SunRail is closer.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a visit take?
About 2 hours.
Is it near SunRail?
Church Street station is a 10-minute walk.
Is the building historic?
Yes, the 1927 Orange County Courthouse.