Hoyle Pounds – Agricultural Entrepreneur

    Did you know that tractors used to be fitted with steel tires – and what a problem that caused for America’s growing small towns? Hoyle Pounds is one of Winter Garden’s “Citizen Heroes.” While successful in agriculture, he... Learn More

A Proud Heritage: Documenting Winter Garden’s Historical African American Community

Photograph and Archival Silver Print by Peter Schreyer – 2019   A Proud Heritage: Documenting Winter Garden’s Historical African American Community is now on display at Winter Garden City Hall through April 30. A collaboration between the Winter Garden Heritage... Learn More

Dorothy Kannon, Artist: Beyond Media

  You are invited to attend an opening reception for an exhibit of the work of Winter Garden artist Dorothy Kannon. Dorothy Kannon worked with a multitude of materials, but to refer to her simply as a “multimedia artist” diminishes... Learn More

Praise! From Tents to Temples: West Orange County Houses of Worship

  Faith communities representing a wide spectrum of traditions were established in West Orange County by the region’s settlers. Services held in private residences or even outdoors sustained and nourished pioneers challenged by life in their new home and provided... Learn More

Education Programs

From field trips to specialized museum tours, we offer a wide range of educational opportunities for all ages to engage in and develop an appreciation for our area’s heritage! Education professionals and parents: click on United Arts of Central Florida and search for "Winter Garden Heritage Foundation" to discover the many educational programs and field trips we offer to thousands of students each year.

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Adult Programs

For adults, the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation offers both walking and biking tours of Historic Downtown Winter Garden. Call us at 407.656.3244 for more information!