The exhibit schedule is as follows:
One
of our cases displays memorabilia and photos of John
B. Stetson and his life in Florida. John B. Stetson
had a 300 acre estate in DeLand and was a close friend
of Henry A. DeLand. Mr. Stetson,
not only donated money to Stetson
University, but also brought many improvements to
the City of DeLand, including
the prestigious College Arms
Hotel and Golf Course and electricity. Some highlights
in our exhibit include his "mad money" wallet,
silver chalice given to him by the citizens of DeLand,
Stetson hats, and a menu from the New Years Eve dinner
at the College Arms Hotel.
Also
on display are historical artifacts relating primarily
to DeLand and also to West Volusia County. These artifacts
include DeLand Company Baking Soda, 1917 City of DeLand
phone book, and arrowheads found in the local area.
There are many more interesting pieces of history to
view.
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West
Volusia Historical Society, Inc.
Henry
A. DeLand House Museum
Robert M. Conrad
Educational Research Center
Lue Gim Gong Memorial Garden
137
W. Michigan Avenue
DeLand, Florida 32720
Phone or Fax: 386/740-6813
www.delandhouse.com
e-mail: delandhouse@msn.com
Tuesday
through Saturday
12 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday
Open other hours for group tours by appointment
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