Museum of the Apopkans

Please join the Apopka Historical Society as we celebrate Aviation History Month with a new exhibit presented by the Remote-Control Association of Central Florida and the Academy of Model Aeronautics. Pilots from Apopka’s very own Don Lowe Field will have their model aircraft on display, and there will also be other aviation items and information regarding the airfield and the history of aeronautics as it pertains to Apopka and Northwest Orange County. The exhibit will run November 2nd through N

City Mayor Nelson, Commissioners Bankson, Becker, Smith & Velazquez, Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore and special guests, attended the celebration of History, the 100 year old ‘Winonah Cottage’ located in Errol Estates. It has been restored keeping its original design by the new owners: ‘David & Lisa Newark’. This event was hosted by The Apopka Historical Society, Ms. Maribel Brinkle. A permanent plaque and recognition was presented to the new owners at this event. A fascinating tour o

Christmas carols wafted through the parking lot as a vintage firetruck and giant nutcracker greeted visitors. In the museum the music of Tschaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite provided the accompaniment for three lovely ballerinas who entertained the guests. The extensive nutcracker collection, privately owned and loaned for the event, was the source of many “oohs” and “ahs” heard throughout the museum. The first “Nutcracker Christmas at the Museum of the Apopkans” was such a marvelous success for the

On Wednesday, March 16, the representatives from the Farmworkers Association and the Apopka Historical Society met together to plan joint efforts, including special displays at the new Magnolia Park pavilion. Commissioner Christine Moore has spearheaded the renovations at Magnolia Park. Kyle Kent, supervisor at the Orange County Department of Parks and Recreation, has insured that there will be a special building where park visitors can rent bikes and other sporting items. They will also be able