Hours and Admission Prices

Monday - Saturday
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday
Noon - 5 p.m.

On the Third Thursday of each month, we offer free admission from 5 to 9 p.m.

2024 Closure Dates
• Christmas - Wednesday & Thursday, December 24 & 25

2025 Closure Dates
• New Year's Day - Wednesday, January 1
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - Monday, January 20
• Memorial Day - Monday, May 6
• Independence Day - Friday, July 4
• Labor Day - Monday, September 1
• Veteran's Day - Tuesday, November 1
• Thanksgiving - Thursday & Friday, November 27 & 28
• Christmas - Thursday & Friday, December 24 & 25

We are fortunate to have multiple renovations, improvements, and updates happening at the History Center currently. If you are planning a visit to see a specific exhibition, we recommend you call in advance to ensure that part of the museum is open. Call 407-856-8500. We appreciate your patience during this time.

All History Center visitors with paid admission receive validation for two hours of free parking in the Library Garage at 112 E. Central Blvd. (one parking validation per party of visitors).

General Admission Prices

Adults $10
Seniors (55+) $8
Students & Military $7* (with valid I.D.)
Children (Ages 5-12) $6
Children (Ages 4 and under) Free
Members Free
Orange County Employees Free* (with valid I.D.)
Florida Educators Free* (with valid I.D.)
(all levels of education, including colleges and universities)
Museums for All Ticket Free
OCLS Library Cardholders $2 off regular admission
Wells'Built Combo Ticket $10
Bungalower BuddyBuy one admission, get a second admission of equal or lesser value free

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MUSEUMS FOR ALL
Museums for All is a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), administered by the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits. The program grants free admission to the History Center for up to four people for those receiving food assistance (SNAP) benefits with the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card. Similar free and reduced admission is available to eligible members of the public at more than 500 museums across the country. Museums for All is part of the History Center’s broad commitment to seek, include, and welcome all audiences.

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS
Blue Star Museums is a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America to offer free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel, including the National Guard and Reserves, and their families. The Blue Star Museums program begins on Armed Forces Day and ends on Labor Day.

SENSORY-FRIENDLY SUNDAYS
Join us for some sensory-friendly fun for the whole family! Explore our exhibits and enjoy themed activities throughout the museum. See our events page for dates. Free admission on Sensory Sundays for individuals with valid proof of ASGO membership.

Social Narrative - English

Social Narrative - Spanish

ACCESSIBILITY
The History Center is handicapped accessible with elevators on every floor. Two handicapped parking spaces are available on the north side of the building on E. Washington Street.

By your presence at our museum or events, you understand that you may be photographed or videotaped and authorize use of such for various purposes, including marketing and exhibition, by the Orange County Regional History Center.

TEMPERATURES ARE USUALLY COOL IN THE MUSEUM. A LIGHT JACKET OR SWEATER IS RECOMMENDED.

General admission tickets are valid for permanent and limited-run exhibitions. Paid special events require separate ticketing. Some events require advance reservations. Prices and times subject to change. Our building and facilities are handicap accessible. We gladly accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover cards.

Admission to the History Center is always free for all Orange County employees (with your employee badge) and also free on the 2nd weekend of every month for up to six family members who accompany employees.

In partnership with Bank of America, the History Center offers free admission on the first full weekend of every month for Bank of America/Merrill Lynch cardholders. Just present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch Credit or Debit Card and a valid photo ID and the cardholder receives free admission! For more information go to: Bank of America Museums on Us®. Offer valid for cardholder only. Not valid for fundraising or ticketed events. Not to be combined with other discounts or offers. Offer valid first full weekend of each month.

About the museum

One of Florida’s preeminent cultural institutions, the Orange County Regional History Center advances its mission to serve as the gateway for community engagement, education, and inspiration by preserving and sharing Central Florida’s continually unfolding story. With deep roots in Orange County, the History Center opened in 2000 and is operated by Orange County and the nonprofit Historical Society of Central Florida, Inc. Read more about our story.

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Our Location
65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando, Florida 32801 (opens in new window)

Local 407-836-8500
Toll Free 800-965-2030

The History Center is located in the restored 1927 courthouse at Magnolia Avenue and Central Boulevard in the heart of downtown Orlando. Parking is available in the Library Parking Garage at 112 E. Central Blvd. across from the Orlando Public Library. Get directions and a map.