SANFORD MUSEUM

SANFORD, FL

The Sanford Museum is located in Sanford, Florida, and is an educational and cultural institution dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of the city and its surrounding areas. The museum was established in 1988 and is housed in a historic building that was once the city's first jail and courthouse.

The Sanford Museum features a variety of exhibits that showcase the history of the city and its people. The exhibits cover a range of topics, including the early settlers of the area, the city's role in the Civil War, the growth of the citrus industry, and the development of the local economy.

One of the highlights of the museum is its collection of artifacts and memorabilia related to the city's famous resident, astronaut Alan Shepard. Visitors can view some of Shepard's personal belongings, including his flight suit and other items from his NASA missions.

The museum also hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and guided tours. The Sanford Museum is open to the public six days a week and admission is free, making it a great destination for visitors of all ages who are interested in learning about the history and culture of this vibrant Florida community.

SANFORD MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SANFORD FL. US MID #8401200841

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). 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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• telephone: 4076885198
• website: http://sanfordhistory.tripod.com

SANFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
520 E 1ST ST
SANFORD
FL
32772

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