Ocala, Florida
Art, University
The Appleton Museum of Art is a fine arts museum specializing in 19th century painting, sculpture and decorative arts with collections spanning Pre-Columbian, African and Asian artworks as well as Mediterranean antiquities.
Ocala, Florida
Art, Children's, Culture, History, Nature Centers, Park, Science
The Discovery Center now occupies the "former" Tuscawilla Youth Center (Armory) building in downtown Tuscawilla Park in Ocala, Florida. This new and exciting change will be a part of the City's ReDiscover Tuscawilla Park Project, along with plans for the addition of pavilions, a new all-inclusive playground, connecting sidewalks and fishing platforms.
Ocala, Florida
Historical Society
Ocala, Florida
Culture, History, Historic House, Library
Collect, preserve, make available for public access artifacts, memorabilia related to Marion County's History and Florida History. Provide educational programs, raise awareness of museum collections and activities to promote community pride through recognition of Marion County's History Heritage.
Ocala, Florida
Archaeology, History, Historic House, Library, Natural History, Nature Centers, Park
To enhance students' appreciation of the cultural and environmental aspects of Marion County and north central Florida. Our efforts are to motivate students through the use of exhibits, guided tours on an interpretive nature trail, and hands-on activities and lab as well as introducing them to scientific and technological equipment used to learn about the environment.