20 Attractions to Explore Near St. Joseph's Church and Parochial School

Gemini Springs Park is a 210-acre public nature park. About 88,250 people visited the park each year.

A historic site in DeBary is DeBary Hall. Various leisure activities were available, including swimming in the local springs, fishing, and hunting quail, deer, and alligators.

Sulfur springs can be found at Green Springs Park. A notable archaeological site surrounds the spring that was once part of a 19th-century health resort.

14,000 acres of Rock Springs Run State Reserve make up this State Park. Bicycling, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, hunting, and wildlife viewing are among the activities.

In 1972, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection acquired Blue Spring State Park to initiate its manatee protection program.

Seminole State Forest covers 25,812 acres in Central Florida. The forest is accessible via Florida State Road 44, Lake County Road 46A, and Florida State Road 46.

There are 1,648 acres in Hontoon Island State Park. The park is open year-round from 8:00 am until one hour before sunset.

In honour of the cowboy hat inventor John B. Stetson, the John B. Stetson House was built. Philadelphia architect George T. Pearson designed the house in 1886.

Irene D. and Maxwell Johnson founded the African American Museum of the Arts. They helped establish a board of directors on September 22, 1994, following a meeting with friends and community leaders

As part of the West Volusia Historical Society, the DeLand House Museum preserves materials related to the history of western Volusia County.

DeLand's Museum of Art is a visual arts museum devoted to collecting, preserving, studying, displaying, and educating about the fine arts.

Winter Park, is a unique city known for its parks, lakes, and vibrant downtown area. It was founded in 1881 and prides itself on being one of the oldest cities in Central Florida. While the downtown area has all sorts of charm with shopping and dining options that stretch along Park Avenue, many visitors flock to the incredible green spaces like Kraft Azalea Gardens or enchanting lakes like Lake Virginia.

The museum showcases collections of late 19th century painter Louis Comfort Tiffany's art works including leaded glass windows, lamps, and intricate jewelry. Paintings created by Childe Hassam are also featured throughout the galleries along with other objects related to Victorian-era art. Its permanent collection includes artworks from different eras such as notable contemporary studio craft pieces direct from the Rembrandt Peale Studio as well as 19th-century American painting and more.

There are 32 acres in the lake. The recreation area has hiking and biking trails. Kayakers also use the area.

The Orlando Museum of Art is a unique and enriching cultural experience offering visitors an opportunity to explore their creative side. From a diverse permanent collection highlighting the art of Mark Rothko, Faith Ringgold, and Jean-Michel Basquiat to ever-changing special exhibitions featuring leading contemporary artists from around the world. The museum also provides numerous educational programs such as lectures, workshops and classes for adults and kids alike.

The Orlando Science Center is a great place to explore and learn about the wonderful world of science. It offers a wide variety of exhibits and interactive activities that will appeal to people of all ages. There are multiple levels as well, including areas devoted to history, wildlife, space exploration, and more. Visitors can also take part in experiments using the Science On a Sphere theater or learn about various natural disasters in CAM & Ray Hughes Experience Theater.

Nearly 50 acres (200,000 m2) of landscaped grounds and lakes, with meandering trails shaded by 200-year-old oaks and forests of camellias. A 15-acre (61,000 m2) section of the park is a U.S. historic district.

The Mennello Museum of American Art, is one of the most treasured cultural attractions in the city. With over 600 pieces in its permanent collection and a wide variety of rotating exhibitions throughout the year, it's no wonder why this museum attracts many visitors. Founded in 1998 by philanthropists Marilyn and Michael Mennello, the museum specializes in folk art as well as paintings and sculptures from celebrated American artists.

To provide habitat for migrating and wintering birds, the Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1964.

In 1975, a group of art-loving citizens held the first Mount Dora Arts Festival. It was a small event, but it was a big success. It was decided to have an Arts Festival every year.