FREE Summer Family Art Workshops - Week 4: Nature Pinch Pots
2024-07-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Art & History Museums of Maitland, 231 West Packwood Avenue, Maitland, FL, 32751, United States
FREE Summer Family Art Workshops – Week 4: Nature Pinch Pots
Kids can stay creative all summer long at A&H’s FREE Summer Family Art Workshops on our National Historic Landmark campus!
At the Art & History Museums Maitland, kids can stay creative and artistically engaged all summer long on our beautiful and historic campus, just 15 minutes from downtown Orlando! During these FREE hands-on arts and crafts workshops, families can drop-in and create a new art project every week at their own pace.
On July 10 , summer is blooming all around our campus, and with it a confetti of tiny treasures like pressed flowers and leaves, mini stones and even tiny sea shells! Join us as children hand-build their own clay pinch pots, and then embellish it with wonderful tiny treasures from our garden! Our pinch pots are inspired by A&H’s founding artist, J. André Smith, who was a sculpture artist, and they’ll be ready to take home after the workshop!
After creating, you can extend your outing by bringing a bagged lunch and picnicking next door at Quinn Strong Park.
Summer Family Workshops at A&H are brought to you free of charge and sponsored by AdventHealth. Space and supplies are limited (one pinch pot per child), so reserve a spot for your family today!
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Become a member of A&H to support free programs like Summer Family Art Workshops, and receive free unlimited museum admission and so much more: artandhistory.org/membership
Art & History Museums Maitland
At the Art & History Museums Maitland, kids can stay creative and artistically engaged all summer long on our beautiful and historic campus, just 15 minutes from downtown Orlando! During these FREE hands-on arts and crafts workshops, families can drop-in and create a new art project every week at their own pace.

Milk District Sip and Paint – Winding Beach
2024-07-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Whippoorwill Beer House & Package Store, 2425 East South Street, Orlando, FL, 32803, United States
Milk District Paint and Sip – Manatees
🌴✨ Step into a night of enchantment and creativity at our Milk District Sip and Paint event hosted by Whippoorwill Beer House! Join us for a magical evening of painting and sipping as we capture the beauty of a winding road leading to a serene sandy beach with crystal blue waters! 🍷🎨 Imagine the palm trees swaying and the gentle ocean breeze as you create your own masterpiece. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and we’ll provide the rest. Grab your friends and reserve your spot today for a relaxing, fun-filled night of art and wine! 🏖️🌊
Canvas size is 16×20.
All art materials are provided, including an apron in addition to brushes, canvas, and paints. If you have little to no painting experience, it’s okay, for our professional artist will walk you through the process step-by-step. In addition, the best part is you take home your creation to enjoy forever.
Register Here
Milk District Sip and Paint
Venue information:
Plan to join us 15 minutes early to browse the menu and order some delicious drinks for your painting session.
Whippoorwill Beer House provides sixteen rotating taps of carefully curated craft beer and keep their list interesting, and has an ever changing bottle shop with selections from hundreds of independent American and International Breweries to enjoy while you’re there or take to-go. In addition to the beer house, they have an extensive wine selection of conventional, natural, and low intervention wines available by the glass to enjoy. Their bartenders are happy to help guide you with any selections, and will always make you feel welcome during your visit.
Learn more about this venue by visiting their WEBSITE.
Private Events:
If this date doesn’t work, but you have a group of 8 or more people, contact us to book a private paint and sip at Whippoorwill Beer House. It’s a great way to celebrate with friends with a creative bang! Perfect for birthday celebrations, team building, and bachelorette parties. Bookings depend on the artist as well as the venue’s availability. CLICK HERE to request a quote.
Important Information:
48-hour notice prior to the event’s start time is required to cancel or reschedule your reservation. No exceptions.
The ticket purchase does not include any food or beverages.
Pricing is per person.
Refunds are only offered within 3 days from the purchase date (not the event date).
To find more info about our policies as well as answers to other questions, click here to visit our FAQ page.
Have more questions? Contact Customer Support by clicking here.

FREE Summer Family Art Workshops - Week 6: Recycled Bird Mobiles
2024-07-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Art & History Museums of Maitland, 231 West Packwood Avenue, Maitland, FL, 32751, United States
FREE Summer Family Art Workshops – Week 6: Recycled Bird Mobiles

Kids can stay creative and engaged all summer long at A&H’s FREE Summer Family Art Workshops on our National Historic Landmark campus!

At the Art & History Museums Maitland, kids can stay creative and artistically engaged all summer long on our beautiful and historic campus, just 15 minutes from downtown Orlando! During these FREE hands-on arts and crafts workshops, families can drop-in and create a new art project every week at their own pace.

On July 31, we’re saying “so-long” to summer vacation as we “fly” into a new school year by creating bird mobiles right in our very own garden . We’ll be kind to the earth too by using recyclable materials in this colorful and creative process art activity, which is also a wonderful for children of all ages and littles too!

After the workshop, you can extend your outing by bringing a bagged lunch and picnicking next door at Quinn Strong Park.

Summer Family Workshops at A&H are brought to you free of charge and sponsored by AdventHealth. Space and supplies are limited (one mobile per child), so reserve a spot for your family today!

Register Here

Become a member of A&H to support free programs like Summer Family Art Workshops, and receive free unlimited museum admission and so much more: artandhistory.org/membership
The Art & History Museums of Maitland
The Art & History Museums of Maitland (A&H) is a premier cultural destination and community gathering place in Central Florida, about 15 minutes from downtown Orlando. A&H is a group of sophisticated attractions that includes a contemporary art museum, 3 interactive history museums, and a stunning campus recognized as Central Florida’s only National Historic Landmark. A&H also features a community art school nestled among its beautiful gardens and unique architecture.

FAVO Backpack Collection and Art Stoll
2024-08-02 - 2024-08-03 | FAVO Faith Arts Village Orlando, 221 E Colonial Dr,, Orlando, FL, 32801-1203, United States
FAVO Backpack Collection and Art Stoll
FAVO Faith Arts Village Orlando Gives Back as we once again collect backpacks and school supplies for The Parramore School of Excellence. This elementary school is full of children in need. This is why we GIVE so that those children have some tools to jump-start their school year.
ALSO our monthly Art Stroll where you will meet local creatives and see their newest creations. Come get your ART ON, meet new friends and bring the family. Free event and free parking
FAVO Faith Arts Village Orlando
Encouraging Art as an Expression of Faith

Register for FREE Happy Hour Art Highlights Tours at The Alfond Inn
2024-08-07 18:00 - 19:00 | The Alfond Inn, 300 East New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL, 32789, United States
Register for FREE Happy Hour Art Highlights Tours at The Alfond Inn
Meet us in the lobby of The Alfond Inn in Winter Park, Fl for Happy Hour Art Highlights Tours at The Alfond Inn, This is a guided tour of selections from The Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art presented by Rollins Museum of Art.
🍸Take advantage of Hamilton’s Kitchen’s happy hour specials. Drinks are available for purchase from the bar before, during, and after the tour.
THERE ARE NO HAPPY HOUR TOURS IN JULY
– Tours are approximately 60 minutes
– A Rollins Museum of Art staff member will cover 4 different works each tour.
– This program is in English.
– REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and opens 14 days prior to each event. Four tickets maximum per reservation.
Register Here
Learn more about the Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art, Rollins Museum of Art HERE: https://www.rollins.edu/rma/collection/alfond/index.html
Rollins Museum of Art
The Rollins Museum of Art features rotating exhibitions, ongoing programs, and an extensive permanent collection that spans centuries. Open to the public year-round, its holdings include a sizeable American art collection, the only European Old Master paintings in the Orlando area, and a global contemporary collection on view both at the Museum and The Alfond Inn at Rollins. Located a few blocks from campus, The Alfond Inn is a visionary philanthropic boutique hotel whose proceeds help fund student scholarships. In 1981, the Museum became one of Florida’s first college museums to be accredited by the American Association of Museums (currently the American Alliance of Museums) and continues in 2024 as one of only four AAM-accredited museums in greater Orlando.
The Alfond Inn
A member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts L.V.X.℠ collection, The Alfond Inn at Rollins has a AAA Four Diamond Rating and is managed by Olympia Hotel Management, an innovative leader in hospitality. Owned by Rollins College, a private coeducational liberal arts college in Winter Park, Florida, The Alfond Inn at Rollins opened in August 2013 and directs net operating income to The Alfond Scholars Program. The award-winning Hamilton’s Kitchen restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the 112-room boutique hotel, which has a pool, fitness center, and 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. It is located 15 minutes from downtown Orlando and 30 minutes from Walt Disney World and Orlando International Airport.

McRae Art Studios Annual 8 x10 Show
2024-08-10 18:30 - 20:00 | McRae Art Studios, 1000 Arlington Street, Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
McRae Art Studios Annual 8 x10 Show
Please plan on joining us for one of Orlando’s most loved art events the McRae Art Studios Annual 8 x10 Show and fundraiser — where you can collect original art from our 22 Member Artists at amazing prices.
This year we hope to have a record number of 8″x10″ artworks to choose from in a wide variety of styles and mediums.
It’s always an exciting night! You can compete with other collectors for your favorite works or select the Buy Now option if you want to make sure you’re the lucky new owner.
We’ll have a donation bar available, and Flamingo Framing will be onsite with a selection of 8×10 frames and framing services. So, you can leave with framed artwork, ready to hang in your home or workspace.
This event is an important part of how McRae fulfills our mission and remains a vital part of the local art community. You will have a great time and simultaneously be doing something great for the oldest and largest artist collective in Central Florida.
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Doors open at 6:30 pm for registration and to preview the works. The sale starts at 7 pm and ends promptly at 8 pm.
McRae Art Studios
Arlington Arts Building
1000 Arlington Street
Orlando, FL 32805
McRae Art Studios
McRae Art Studios, Central Florida’s largest artist collective, was founded 31 years ago by George and Marty Whipple in 1987 in Orlando to provide affordable studio space for fine artists. After three moves in Orlando and an 18-year stay in Winter Park, the group has returned to its roots in Orlando, at 1000 Arlington Street. McRae’s new facility is a freshly renovated 10,000-square-foot building with studios for 23 working artists, plus space for classes, workshops, exhibitions, and rental for meetings and special functions. McRae has partnered with ArtReach Orlando, which will use a small area for art programs for under-served children

The Milk District's DESIGN CHARRETTE: AUGUST 22-27, 2024
2024-08-22 - 2024-08-27 | The Milk District, 201 S Bumby Ave, Orlando, FL, 32803, United States
The Milk District’s DESIGN CHARRETTE: AUGUST 22-27, 2024
📣 Calling all architects, landscape architects, planners, designers, students, artists, residents and creatives!
Work collaboratively in teams to generate innovative ideas for shaping the future of The Milk District.
DETAILS
Join YAF and The Milk District Design Committee to envision the future of The Milk District! The event will begin with a kickoff session on Thursday evening to introduce the design projects and assign teams. Multidisciplinary teams will then work together on a flexible schedule Friday through Monday to come up with a creative solution to a design prompt.
The charrette will conclude with presentations to stakeholders and community members on Tuesday evening. Teams will be made up of architects, designers, planners, landscape architects, artists, students, and creative thinkers.
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SCHEDULE
Thursday 8/22, 6:30pm: Intro Session – Atrium Management Company – 201 S Bumby Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
Friday 8/23 through Monday 8/26: Group Work – Location TBD
Tuesday 8/27, 6:30pm: Final Presentations – Location TBD
REGISTRATION
Participants sign up here: https://forms.gle/TVKKj7VTJUnv7rgg6
SPONSORSHIP
Accepting sponsorships now – click “Donate & Tickets” button on ticket link
QUESTIONS
Email design@themilkdistrict.org
The Milk District
The Milk District is a diversely dynamic neighborhood for locals that has become a draw for the region and a must-stop for visitors to get to know the city, a hive of creativity and culture in the heart of Orlando. The District strives to lead the region as home to authentic cultural experiences, destination dining, live entertainment, outdoor activities, and an innovative workforce. Through embracing its grassroots spirit and gritty character, The Milk District works side by side with independent businesses to foster community and human connections that impact all parts of daily life.

The Art of Loretta Petraitis
2024-09-06 18:30 - 21:00 | Mills Gallery, 1650 Mills Ave, Orlando, FL, 32789, United States
The Art of Loretta Petraitis
Mills Gallery is honored to host a new exhibition featuring esteemed International Award Winning artist, Loretta Petraitis from Clearwater, FL! ✨ Discover the captivating world of her latest art exhibition here at Mill’s, where gritty textures come alive with the pulse of urban life, curated by Kristy Lee. 🚏
Through her masterful compositions, Loretta paints vivid scenes that pulsate with the energy and contrasts found within bustling cities.
As Loretta prepares to unveil her latest collection on opening night Friday, September 6th, 2024, she extends heartfelt gratitude to her mentors whose guidance has shaped her artistic journey. Her art has landed her exhibitions at prestigious galleries and museums around the world.
Join us for an evening where art and urbanity converge, inviting you to explore and be inspired by the rich tapestry of textures and contrasts that define Loretta Petraitis’s distinctive vision.
About
In 1994, Loretta Petraitis received a M.F.A. Diploma from the Vilnius Academy of Arts ,Kaunas, Lithuania. She has been a professional artist since 1984. While studying ,she worked as pattern printing designer for the textile factories in Lithuania. After graduation ,1994 , she was invited to theTextile Factory “Kauno Audiniai “, LT to take Senior Designer position. This work gave more creative space to focus on her own style of expression . In 1996 Loretta came to the United States to live and work ,following her passion for the painting ,as the most fluent creative space. Rich textures, grittiness ,life in motion ,striking contrasts of the cities strongly motivates her ideas and remain the biggest inspiration for her compositions.
Since then her work attracting attention of many affluent art collectors, business owners and art galleries ,Loretta is extending exceptional gratitude to her mentors ,wherever they are in the world. You are invited to visit Loretta’s Petraitis Art Gallery at www.lorettapetraitis.com. If you have any questions, please, call me at 773 820 0948

Liminal Space Opening Reception
2024-09-13 18:00 - 21:30 | Casselberry Arts Center, 137 Quail Pond Circle , FL, Casselberry, FL, 32707, United States
Liminal Space Opening Reception
Liminal Space
Opening Reception
September 13 from 6-9 PM
Casselberry Arts Center
137 Quail Pond Circle
Join us for the opening reception of Liminal Space at the Casselberry Arts Center on Friday, September 13 from 6-9 PM.
Artists Anthony Mancuso and Bobby Aiosa are interested in portraying, the complexities of our built environment and how these designed spaces, public and private, impact our daily lives.
Both artists are interested in exploring the activity within the threshold of domestic and public lives and how one can influence the other.
Anthony Mancuso’s paintings focus on visualizing the psychology of everyday domestic scenes of co-habitation through the lens of multiple points of view, askew perspective, and saturated colors.
By conflating historical design movements and architectural motifs with familial and organic objects, Bobby Aiosa’s sculptural architectural fragmentations reflect on the past lives that once occupied these spaces, and how constant urban redevelopment can bring these once concealed histories to the surface.
Both artists utilize the influence of structural form, organic shape, and hue as a tool to convey an underlying consequence behind the imagery and objects presented. Behind the colorful façade of our designed spaces there are more complex stories beyond what the passive viewer may discern within our everyday environments.
The evening will include light refreshments and great music. Lake Concord Park will also host a Food Truck event and two additional openings at the Art House and the Sculpture House during this event so bring your friends and family to enjoy all the offerings in Casselberry.
All events are subject to change and/or cancellation. For more information, please call (407) 262-7700, Ext. 1122
Casselberry Arts Center
Since 2002, the Casselberry Art House has been bringing people of all ages together for unique art experiences and cultural enrichment programs. This 2,500 square foot facility offers community space for art classes, art exhibitions, educational programs, workshops, artist lectures and musical performances for all ages.
Nestled in a quiet, park setting on Lake Concord, the Casselberry Art House continues to provide a wonderful opportunity for residents, Central Florida businesses and other organizations to enjoy and appreciate art. The Art House welcomes corporate as well as private sponsors to share in efforts to present cultural enrichment to all members of the Casselberry community.

Fernando Molinares-Dreams of the Alligator Man FREE ARTIST RECEPTION
2024-09-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Osceola Arts, 2411 E Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL, 34744, United States
Coming to Osceola Arts in the Studio Gallery- SUEÑOS DEL HOMBRE CAIMÁN-Dreams of the Alligator Man works by Orlando artist Fernando Molinares IG@mrmonk90 on display from September 3 through October 25.
A free and open to the public artist reception will be held in the Studio Gallery on Saturday, September 14 from 2pm to 5pm.
The legend of the Caimán-man, a hybrid of human and caiman, embodies the spirit of Colombian folklore. According to the tale, this creature flees from his homeland, it reaches the Atlantic Ocean near Barranquilla, Colombia, at Bocas de Ceniza, where the Magdalena River merges with the Caribbean Sea. There, he encounters persecution from fishermen intrigued and frightened by his unusual appearance. “Hombre Caimán” (Alligator-Man) has become a customary label for any man born and raised on Colombia’s north coast.
Fernando Molinares, hailing from Barranquilla, shares a kinship with the iconic Caimán-man. In many ways, he too is a hybrid. This sense of hybridity is not unique to him; everyone experiences moments of feeling strange or different, especially in environments where they are not part of the majority. Through his art, Molinares delves into his emotional connections with the Caimán-man, portraying these sentiments through dream-like images filled with symbolism and elements of magical realism. His work reflects the universal experience of being a “strange creature in a strange land,” evoking the deeply human feeling of being different.
Fernando Molinares emigrated to the United States in 2000 and worked as a portrait artist at Disney World theme parks. During this time, he completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Central Florida (UCF), and years later, while working as a lead artist for Universal Orlando, he obtained his Master of Fine Arts from Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Fernando has participated in numerous collective and solo exhibitions in Orlando and abroad. He continues working for the Disney Company as a Figure and Show Finisher Artist, an adjunct professor of Arts and Humanities at Ana G. Mendez University, and a part-time Faculty Art professor at Valencia College in Orlando.
Works by Fernando Molinares will be displayed in the Studio Gallery from September 3 through October 25 with a free artist reception on Saturday, September 14 from 3pm to 5pm. For more information contact marilyn@osceolaarts.org
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Downtown Arts District Mural Festival
2024-09-19 - 2024-09-20 | CityArts, 39 S Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, 32801, United States
Downtown Arts District Mural Festival
Downtown Arts District and CityArts are holding a two-day mural festival on September 19 and 20.
On September 19 at our monthly 3rd Thursday event. We will have different muralists painting 8 x 8 walls on Magnolia Ave. This is a chance for the artists to paint live in front of peers in the community.
On Friday evening the event will culminate with a muralist team challenge. This event will have judges, multiple DJs, bars, and food trucks. The audience will have the deciding vote for the team winner, so invite all your friends and family to come out and cheer for your team.
The team leaders will be hand-selected and they will randomly choose their teammates. Ensuring a greater chance of working with muralists with whom they are not yet familiar.
Different DJ’s will be spinning as well. Mark your calendars and save the date.
CityArts Café Gallery
The CityArts Café Gallery offers a delightful blend of art and ambiance within the cozy confines of the café. Nestled within the café’s relaxed atmosphere, this gallery provides a unique opportunity to savor a diverse selection of artworks, while enjoying your favorite beverages and treats. With a rotating collection of captivating pieces, ranging from paintings to mixed media creations, it’s an ideal setting for art enthusiasts and café-goers alike to immerse themselves in the world of visual creativity.

Mount Dora Viva La FRIDA Festival
2024-09-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Mount Dora Center for the Arts, 138 E 5th Ave, Mount Dora, FL, 32757, United States
Mount Dora Viva La FRIDA Festival
Our annual Viva la Frida Fest is back! Come celebrate the Mount Dora Viva La FRIDA Festival and celebrate diversity and artistic creativity that Frida Kahlo represents at this festive, positive energy, outdoor event on September 28, 2024 from 11-7 in the heart of historic downtown Mount Dora, Florida.
Enjoy an inspiring day filled with rich experiences, food, music and art inspired by Latin and Hispanic culture. Community outreach groups will be on hand to offer a wide variety of services to our Latino families.
50 Vendors will also be on hand to make fun purchases during the event. Come dressed up like FRIDA KHALO to compete to win a basket of great goodies! Community outreach groups will also be on hand to offer a wide variety of services to our Spanish-speaking families.
Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
$100 VIP Ticket holders can enjoy a private area with delicious catered food, dedicated bathroom and bar plus great swag. VIP ticket holders are also treated to a special premium Tequila Tasting sponsored by Fiesta Grande and one raffle ticket for a chance to WIN a $1000 bottle of Extra Rare 14yr Extra Anejo ADICTIVO TEQUILA!
The event is hosted by Mount Dora Center for the Arts. Proceeds support art education and public art initiatives in Mount Dora, Florida.
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51st Annual Autumn Art Festival
2024-10-12 - 2024-10-13 | Central Park – Winter Park, 251 S. Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL, 32789, United States
51st Annual Autumn Art Festival
The 51st Annual Autumn Art Festival will be held on Saturday & Sunday, October 12 & 13 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. each day in Central Park, Winter Park.
The festival is hosted by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and presented by Keller Williams Winter Park.
Local Artists. Local Music. Local Family Fun.
The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival is the only juried fine art festival exclusively featuring Florida artists.
The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the festival on the second weekend in October each year. The community-oriented sidewalk show presents quality visual art and live entertainment the whole family can enjoy. The festival is held in beautiful Central Park located along historic Park Avenue in downtown Winter Park.
When & Where
Saturday, October 12, and Sunday, October 13, 2024
Central Park in Downtown Winter Park: 251 S. Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
The festival is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days.
Admission is FREE!
The festival features over 180 Florida artists from across mediums and offers live entertainments, food vendors, a beer garden, children’s activities and more. To learn more, visit winterpark.org/aaf
To enhance your festival experience, visit winterpark.org/vip to purchase patron and VIP packages.
Contributing Sponsors
AARP Community Programs– AdventHealth –All American Gutter Protection – Bach Festival Society – Bodystreet Winter Park – Bullard Law– Craft Body Scan – Cutco – Florida Blue/Medicare – Furry Land of Orlando and Central Florida – LeafFilter– Leonardo 5th Avenue – Luxe Flush – Orlando Magic – Park Smiles Dentistry – Quality Craftsmen Orlando – Raising Cane’s – Renewal by Anderson – Simmons Counseling – Seniors Helping Seniors – Shack Shine – The Good Pour – Westminster Communities of Florida – Young Innovators Academy

Longwood Arts & Crafts Festival 2024
2024-11-23 - 2024-11-24 | Longwood Historic District, 155 W Warren Ave, Longwood, FL, 32750-4107, United States
Longwood Arts & Crafts Festival 2024
Join us on Saturday, Nov 23, 9am-5pm & Sunday, Nov 24, 9am-4pm for the 48th annual Longwood Arts & Crafts Festival featuring more than 200 artists and craft exhibitors selling unique items, fine jewelry, and seasonal decor just in time for you to get a jump on the holiday shopping season.
There will be food, beer, wine & music. Ample parking can be found at Orlando Health. The event is Free to attend. More info: https://longwoodfestival.com/
This festival was ranked in Sunshine Artists’ 2023 annual Top 100 Classic/Contemporary Craft Festivals in America!
Come see why!
The 48th annual Longwood Arts and Crafts Festival will feature more than 200 artists and hand craft exhibitors selling unique items, fine jewelry, and seasonal decor just in time for you to get a jump on the holiday shopping season. There will be fun festival food, beer, wine, music, and an all free kid zone. Ample parking can be found at the hospital. The event is Free to attend. Be sure to stop by and grab some goods on Saturday Nov 19 9am-5pm & Sunday Nov 20, 2022 9am-4pm
Longwood, FL
Longwood has been a destination point for Florida travelers since coastal tribes used The Senator, an ancient bald cypress, to find their way overland from the St. Johns River to trading grounds at Spring Hammock. This was what the wilderness sanctuary early tribes found when they escaped inland from the Spanish. Later, when Creeks and others from the tribes of the Southeast United States fled into Spanish Florida and settled new villages among escaped African slaves, they became the Seminoles.
The word “Seminole” is adopted from Spanish and Creek terms for people who live away from others. The Senator was the biggest and oldest bald cypress tree in the world, located in Big Tree Park, Longwood, Florida. At the time of its demise in 2012, it was approximately 3,500 years old, 125 feet (38 m) tall, and with a trunk diameter of 11.27 feet (3.44 m).
