Robert M Conrad Educational & Research Center

137 W Michigan Ave. DeLand, Florida

Open Tuesday - Saturday   noon to 4 pm

Researchers are encouraged to call for an appointment


Burgess Pavilion & DeLand Memorial Hospital Exhibits

230 N. Stone Street DeLand, Florida

Open Monday-Friday 10:30 am - 2:30 pm


Walking tours of DeLand's National Historic Districts

available October - April  Click here for details


DeLand House Museum

The Museum is closed for restoration, refurbishing and

re-interpretation. All tours are suspended until completion

of the project, anticipated in early 2024.  

Phone: 386-740-6813

Email: info@westvolusiahistoricalsociety.org

DeLand House Museum is temporarily closed for restoration, refurbishing and re-interpretation.

4th annual Christmas in Bloom. Shop in our Makers’ Guild Holiday Boutique and Old Fashioned Bake Shop, and join in the fun of the many special events: make-a-gift activities, 

Twelve Days of Christmas

contests and special events for kids and adults, and gift wrapping services. All events at the Conrad Center 137 W Michigan, DeLand. Details at this link. For a sneak peek at some of the featured items in our Boutique Click here.

Saturday, December 9, 2023

Hands on History Workshop - Chocolate IS History - Chocolate allows us to share a common connection with people, cultures and historical events through time. Participants will use primitive butter molds to create chocolate treats. For ages: 8 - 12. Advance registration is required. 10 am - 12 noon.  Click here for details.

Sunday, December 10, 2023   --  DATE CHANGE

Hands on History Workshop for Adults (Kids at Heart) - Christmas Paper Bead Workshop - Create a delightful bracelet or pair of earrings fun for the holiday season or for a gift. For beginners and experienced paper beaders! Advance registration is required. 1:30 - 3:30 pm  Click here for details.

Walking Tour -  Old Northwest Residential Historic District. See many architectural landmarks and hear stories of our intriguing pioneers. Tour departs at 10:30 am from WVHS Conrad Education & Research Center, 137 W. Michigan Avenue in DeLand Advance reservations required.  Click this link for more details.

Wednesday, December 13, 2023