1911 Pelican Hydro-Aeroplane

1911 Pelican Hydro-Aeroplane

by | May 9, 2023 | Adopt Something

ABOUT THE PLANE Hugh Willoughby (1856-1939) was intellectually curious and keenly interested in new machines that helped humans travel at high speeds. In fact, by 1908, he held 14 patents for airships and aviation devices, including a “kill” switch to stop the engine...
Wyatt’s Model Circus & Parade

Wyatt’s Model Circus & Parade

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ABOUT THE CIRCUS & PARADE This functional miniature steam locomotive is modeled after the 176-ton, Class D1-A Suburban Locomotive built in 1928 by the American Locomotive Company in Schenectady, NY for Boston & Albany Railroad. The original engine was used for...
Frances Langford’s Peacock Chair

Frances Langford’s Peacock Chair

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About this Chair Frances Langford’s Outrigger Restaurant and Resort was built in the 60’s because she wanted to mix the cheer and joy, she had in performing at USO shows in Polynesia with her lifelong love of Florida water life. Her dream created the famed...
Roughish Black Bear

Roughish Black Bear

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About Ben Our dapper, yet roughish Black Bear, sporting his fedora, cigar and shot gun watches protectively over the Kitching General Store. We don’t have many details about Gentle Ben except he’s a Florida Black Bear and was a gift to the museum. According to local...
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

by | Apr 28, 2023 | Special Events

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Elvis (AKA Rob Steele) was at the volunteer appreciation dinner greeting our volunteers as they arrived, reminding them that our volunteers rock! Gallery Slider swipe or tap arrows on side to see all photos Return to News &...