Free Museums in Lake Proctor

"A celebrated and self-taught artist, Earl Cunningham was best known for stunning coastal landscapes, not just of those he witnessed in Florida but also in Georgia, Maine, Michigan, New York, North and South Carolina, and even Nova Scotia. Since 1998, his work has been preserved, exhibited and interpreted by The Mennello Museum of American Art, which is part of Loch Haven Cultural Park just north of downtown Orlando. In addition to its permanent Cunningham exhibit, this museum hosts a rotating lineup of temporary exhibitions, enriching programming and educational initiatives, as well as the Marilyn L. Mennello Sculpture Garden."

"Originally established to preserve Earl Cunningham paintings, The Mennello Museum of American Art, housed in what was once the private home of Howard Phillips, uses its unique space to display American art of all genres and time periods. Marrying art and nature, visitors have the opportunity to experience exceptional exhibits with the beautiful backdrop of Lake Formosa. The Smithsonian American Art Museum Affiliate showcases notable exhibitions, but just as lovely is enjoying the grounds with a picnic lunch and reveling in the charm of the 350-year-old live oak affectionately deemed “the Mayor."

"The Mennello features American art of all genres and is home to a permanent collection of paintings by "primitive" artist Earl Cunningham. Outside, a lakeside sculpture garden is where the Mennello hosts the annual Indie Folk Fest, held the second week in February. Every second Sunday is Family Day, which brings child-friendly activities and free admission with mini-tours for kids in the afternoon."

"One of Central Florida’s leading cultural institutions since 1924, Orlando Museum of Art, aka OMART, is part of Loch Haven Cultural Park close to downtown Orlando. With a stated mission of inspiring creativity, passion and intellectual curiosity by connecting people with art and new ideas, OMART curates and presents a wide range of compelling artwork. Every year, OMART hosts a rotating selection of 10 to 12 on-site exhibitions, in addition to presenting 13 off-site exhibitions, art-enrichment programs, gallery tours, lectures, classes and other services."

"While the Orlando Museum of Art has a wide spectrum of art in various media and style. The Florida Prize in Contemporary Art. Right now in its fourth year, has become a highly anticipated event for the venue."

"The Florida Prize in Contemporary Art is an initiative of the Orlando Museum of Art that brings a new level of recognition to the State?. s most progressive artists."

"At the Orange County Regional History Center, you can experience life in Orlando, once known for its citrus farming and cattle, as it was long before Walt Disney famously set his sights on it. Travel through history in the restored 1927 brownstone courthouse, located in the heart of the city, and turn back the clock thousands of years to see how Florida’s indigenous people lived. Discover the life of early pioneers who slept on pillows stuffed with moss, or even step into modern times by visiting Courtroom B, the very place where notorious serial killer Ted Bundy allegedly carved his name into a desk as he sat on trial."

"For shoppers who want to pick up local products, this is the place to be. Not only will you find notorious Floridian treats, but there are also souvenirs, vintage photographs, and classic books and toys to be found here. You’ll be bringing home more than just memories of your vacation here in Orlando when you drop by this place."

"Source: Photo by user RadioBroadcast used under PUBLIC DOMAIN. If the space, stars, and everything in the sky fascinates you, then make sure that a trip to American Space Museum is on your list. The museum is well-known for its outdoor plaza, which is called Walk of Fame."

"Specialty Museums308 Pine Street, Titusville, FL 32769MoreLess Info. The US Space Walk of Fame Foundation & Museum is a museum dedicated to the U.S. space program. Items from the Apollo, Gemini and Mercury missions can be viewed at the museum."

"Located in Maitland close to Winter Park, about 30 minutes north of International Drive, the Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center doesn’t just teach about the past. It also focuses on a future that is free of antisemitism and all forms of prejudice and bigotry. One of this museum’s most unique exhibits invites you to don Oculus googles for a powerful virtual-reality experience that will transport you to the secret annex where Anne Frank and her family hid from the Nazis, with Frank sharing her inspirational story along the way."

"History Museums301 South Washington Avenue, Titusville, FL 32796MoreLess Info. North Brevard Historical Museum is a museum dedicated to the history of the local area. The museum is free to enter for visitors and amongst the historical artifacts on display is an archival of newspapers dating back to 1861."

"In 1966 local residents formed the Historical Society of North Brevard. They collected a wide variety of historical artifacts, photographs and written records and display them in this museum. Displays range from the original casts of the Mercury astronaut handprints to wedding dresses."

"Leave it to me to go to a juice shop and find the closest thing to a dessert. At the Orlando location you can get soft SWERVE ice cream and add the toppings of your choice. The vanilla and chocolate soft swerve is a frozen blend of homemade coconut base and 5g of plant based protein per serving!"

"Located in Winter Park, part of Orlando’s sprawling suburban area, Ethos Vegan Kitchen does exactly what it says on the tin: serves up ethically sourced, vegan food while showcasing the potential of vegan cooking. Working with environmentally conscious local farmers and producers, and using organic ingredients as much as possible, the restaurant has built up a loyal following in the area. No wonder – it offers anything from pastas and pizzas to salads, sandwiches and mains, with a menu that is both tantalizing and rewarding, and which features regularly changing specials."

"Ethos Vegan Kitchen is one of Central Florida’s only full-service, all-vegan restaurants, but that doesn’t stop them from serving homestyle fare that’s guaranteed to stick to your ribs. In fact, with items like Sausage Rolls, Sheep’s Pie and BBQ Empanadas on the menu, you might not believe it’s all plant-based until you put it to the test!. In addition to serving lunch seven days a week, they have an equally filling brunch menu available on Saturdays and Sundays."

"All the flavor, but none of the meat-that’s what you’ll find at Ethos Vegan Kitchen!. Located in Winter Park, this full-service restaurant offers a 100% vegan breakfast, lunch, and dinner!. Not to mention they also serve a weekend brunch, so you no longer are left wondering where to go for a vegan breakfast burrito and a mimosa!"

"Hourglass brewing is one of the breweries in Orlando with two locations, one in district and one in Longwood just outside Orlando. The mission of the brewery is to use local and exotic ingredients to make unique brews. This family owned brewery opened in 2012, tries to use natural ingredients in their beers."

"This family-owned brewery in Longwood is stocked with video games, board games, cornhole boards, and beer (of course). They have another location in the heart of the Hourglass District. Both have a wide selection of drinks with 40 beers on tap."

"Come to Miller’s and enjoy our delicious lunch specials, like our Fried... Miller’s Ale House has over 98 joints across the globe. This restaurant serves food with fresh ingredients which are the secret of their taste."

"Miller's Ale House is a local restaurant and sports bar where you can eat, drink, watch sports, and enjoy the company of others without breaking the bank."

"Slinging breakfast and lunch to a devoted legion of customers, and likely creating new ones daily, Nick's Family Diner showcases all of this culinary genre's classics along with hearty and satisfying Greek and Italian specialties. Whether you're in the mood for a good old burger deluxe or want to step outside diner business as usual and go for a daily special – perhaps the stuffed meatloaf – Nick's should deliver the good nicely. Soul food aficionados might want to give the chicken and waffles a try."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. When it comes to breakfast, nothing is better than having the old classics. This is what Nick’s Family Diner is all about."

"Orange Blossom Trail, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the diner and traditional American and breakfast/brunch spot 4.5 stars out of 199 reviews."