CITY OF AVON PARK DEPOT MUSEUM

AVON PARK, FL

The City of Avon Park Depot Museum is a small museum located in Avon Park, Florida. The museum is housed in a historic train depot that was built in 1885 by the South Florida Railroad. The depot is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the oldest standing structure in Avon Park.

The museum features artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the area's history and culture. Visitors can learn about the city’s founding in 1884, the local citrus and phosphate industries, the Seminole Indians, and the railroad industry. The museum also has a collection of photographs and memorabilia from Avon Park’s earliest days.

The depot museum offers guided tours and educational programs for school groups and other organizations. The museum also hosts special events throughout the year such as train rides, a monthly farmers market, and holiday celebrations.

The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free and donations are appreciated. The City of Avon Park Depot Museum is a great way to learn about the history and culture of this unique town.

CITY OF AVON PARK DEPOT MUSEUM is a History Museum in AVON PARK FL. US MID #8401200789

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 11,279 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 8634533525
• website: http://hsaponline.org

THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AVON PARK
3 N MUSEUM AVE
AVON PARK
FL
33825-3153

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