Orlando is rightly famous for Disney World and the other exciting theme parks in the region, but it also has some fine museums and cultural centers that can give you a nice change of pace and culturally enrich your vacation. Here is a brief guide to some of the museums of Orlando.
Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
Albin Polasek (1879 – May 19, 1965) was a Czech-American sculptor and educator, and you can get to know his works on the beautiful grounds of his estate. The sculptures are placed in the museums lush gardens on the shores of Lake Oseola. Here is the necessary information for visiting this museum: 633 Osceola Avenue, Winter Park, Florida 32789,
phone: 407-647-6294, fax: 407-647-0410, [email protected]
Railroad Central Florida Railroad Museum
If you are fan of the old railroads of America, then this is the place for you. The museum has railroad artifacts and memorabilia with particular emphasis on Central Florida. Here is the essential visiting information: visiting hours 1PM – 5PM daily in former Taveres & Gulf Railroad. Admission is free. 101 S. Boyd Street, Winter Garden, Florida
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