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The Winter Park History Museum seeks to research and preserve the abundant, history of Winter Park and its surrounding area, and tell our town's story through free educational exhibits, lecture series and outreach programs.
For anyone passionate about cooking in 1977, these tabletop appliances from the Sears Christmas wish book would have been great gift ideas! These prices are shockingly low compared to their 2024 equivalents, and the product designs are very ‘70s. #wphistorymuseum #WPinspires #historicwinterpark
This page in the 1977 Sears Christmas wish list spotlights some gift ideas under $30.00 including earrings, necklaces, watches, a jewelry box, and a novelty weather station made to look like a train car! #wphistorymuseum #WPinspires #historicwinterpark
This page in the 1977 Sears Christmas wish book features some soap and cologne as gift ideas for men, all under $10.00! Modern prices would never be this low. #wphistorymuseum #WPinspires #historicwinterpark
These alarm clocks from the 1977 Sears Christmas wish book were likely featured in many households at the time! Children could be woken up by the voice of a favorite character like Mickey Mouse, Big Bird, or Oscar the Grouch. These characters are still loved by children today, almost 50 years later! #wphistorymuseum #WPinspires #historicwinterpark
These printed sweatshirts from the 1977 Sears Christmas wish book were a great gift for teen girls. In modern times, the price is shockingly low. Imagine paying less than $4.00 for a sweatshirt in 2024! #wphistorymuseum #WPinspires #historicwinterpark
This adorable page in the 1977 Sears Christmas wish list features some great gift ideas for the youngest members of the family. Festive outfits for infants, a personalized chair, and some toys featuring Winnie the Pooh and his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood! #wphistory #WPinspires #historicwinterpark
Pajamas are a classic Christmas gift in many households, and this 1977 Sears Christmas wish book shows us that this is not a new idea. These boys’ pajamas feature pop culture references that were extremely relevant at the time and still continue to be today! These include King Kong, Captain America, Superman, Spiderman, and Batman among many more. #historicwp #wphistorymuseum #wpinspires
This sweater is another Christmas present idea from 1977! Like the advertisement says, the “deep cowl collar” and “drawstring bottom” really pull together the ‘70s look. #wphistorymuseum #wphistory #wpinspires
This 1977 Sears Christmas wish book shows all the best Christmas gifts of the time, beginning with some board games that are still popular with kids today, almost 50 years later! Some things never change. #wphistory #wphistorymuseum #WPinspires
Proud peacocks announcing the return of the Peacock Ball in 2025 honoring Rick Baldwin! (Deets will be coming)Thanks to @winterparkchamber @winterparkfla @elevateautoexp for the celebrating the 72nd Ye Olde Hometown Christmas Parade! Tradition Lives Here! ❤️🧑🎄🎅🌲🎶🦚
Joy Wallace Dickinson spoke at Casa Feliz on Tuesday launching her new book “Secrets of the Flamingo Cafe”! Her presentation of central Florida history inspired her new fictional novel. The collaboration with Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum made for such a great night! #historicwinterpark #WPinspires #wphistorymuseum
“Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere who bravely bears his country’s cause.”
-Abraham Lincoln
🇺🇸Happy Veterans Day and Thank You to the brave men and women who have served this country.🇺🇸
🇺🇸Today we met with @benmackjackson founder of @ww2vhp. Ben and his organization will be at the City of Winter Park’s Veterans Day celebration this Friday at 10 am. 🇺🇸He’ll be sharing the incredible stories he’s captured from WWII veterans with a traveling museum display. We are proud to support the work of the WWII Veterans History Project and the passion Ben brings to these legacies. We’ll see you all at the Ruby Ball Amphitheater in Hannibal Square!! #wpinspires #historicwinterpark
Thanks to the Board of Orange County Commissioners and the Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs for their financial support of arts and culture in our community. It was our first year applying for this grant, and we are honored to have been awarded our funding. We look forward to contributing to the vibrant arts culture of our county. #wphistory #wpinspires #wphistorymuseum
🎃🕸️👻Witching you a Happy Halloween!!👻🕸️🎃
