 Another
of the interesting features of the house is the firewood
trolley by the wood burning fireplaces where the stored
logs could be pulled back and forth between the rooms
to feed the fires as needed. The bow-bay window in the
South parlor is a particularly beautiful and unique
architectural feature and believed to be part of the
original construction. The well preserved floors, stairway
and woodwork are of heart and curly pine.
The
home changed ownership several times over the years
and in the 40's during
wartime when housing was scarce, the second floor was
converted to two apartments while the owner retained
an apartment on the first floor. The sun rooms on the
West side were added at that time.
In
1988 the house was purchased by Robert
and Hawtense Conrad and donated to the City. Assisted
with funds provided by The
City of DeLand and the County
of Volusia, many individuals, businessmen, contractors,
and suppliers united to devote their time, materials,
and expertise to restore the structure to the period
when the Farriss family lived in it. The DeLand House
Museum was completed and dedicated in 1990.
Ninety-five
percent of the period furnishings in the museum have
been donated by interesting, dedicated, generous citizens
of the area. A unique feature of the museum is the fact
that the history of West Volusia County is on the walls
depicted in the extensive collection of period photographs.
The authentic artifacts and memorabilia displayed in
the cabinets and cupboards trace the history and development
of DeLand and the surrounding area.
The
Henry A. DeLand House Museum
137 W. Michigan Avenue
DeLand, Florida 32720
Phone or Fax: 386/740-6813
www.delandhouse.com
e-mail: delandhouse@msn.com
Visiting Hours
Tuesday thru Saturday
12 Noon to 4:00 P.M.
Closed
Sunday and Monday
Open
other hours for group tours by appointment
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