LEESBURG HISTORICAL MUSEUM

LEESBURG, FL

The Leesburg Historical Museum is a museum located in Leesburg, Florida. The museum showcases the history of Leesburg and Lake County through exhibits, displays, and artifacts. The museum was established in 1972 and is housed in the historic Mote-Morris House, which was built in 1892.

The museum features a collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs that showcase the history of Leesburg and Lake County. Some of the exhibits include the history of citrus farming, military history, transportation, and industry. The museum also features a replica of a one-room schoolhouse and a vintage fire truck.

The Mote-Morris House, which houses the museum, is a two-story Queen Anne-style house that was built in 1892. The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. The house has been restored and renovated to its original state, and it serves as an excellent example of late 19th-century Florida architecture.

The Leesburg Historical Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. Admission is free, and the museum is staffed by volunteers who are happy to answer any questions visitors may have. The museum is an excellent destination for anyone interested in the history of Leesburg and Lake County.

LEESBURG HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a History Museum in LEESBURG FL. US MID #8401200800

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).

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• website: http://leesburgflorida.gov

LEESBURG HERITAGE SOCIETY INC
111 SOUTH 6TH STREET
LEESBURG
FL
34748-5874

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