Ormond Beach Historical Society

10/07/2024

Save the Date! Stay tuned for details coming soon!

09/26/2024

Shout out to our Birthplace of Speed Soiree Sponsor Realty Pros Assured! We appreciate your generosity!

Only two days left to purchase tickets! Get them before they're gone! https://www.ormondhistory.org/birthplace-of-speed-soiree

09/25/2024

Heartfelt thanks to our Birthplace of Speed Soirée sponsor Foundation Risk Partners!

Limited tickets still available, get yours TODAY! https://www.ormondhistory.org/birthplace-of-speed-soiree

09/24/2024

Speaker Series lecture this Saturday, September 28!

Florida's Carolyn Beatrice Parker and the Manhattan Project: One of Florida's own "hidden figures," a product of Florida's segregated educational system, who excelled and earned a master's degree in physics. During WWII Parker worked as a research physicist with the Dayton Project, a division of the Manhattan Project. Parker's team worked with the highly radioactive material Polonium (Po-210), which was used as the initiator for early atomic bombs.

Visit our website for more info: https://www.ormondhistory.org/speaker-series-2024

09/23/2024

Shout out to our Birthplace of Speed Soiree sponsor Daytona International Speedway! We appreciate your generous support!

Tickets are still available but limited, get yours TODAY! https://www.ormondhistory.org/birthplace-of-speed-soiree

09/13/2024

Our Birthplace of Speed Soirée is quickly approaching! Will you be joining us?

This is your chance to see the beautiful, historic Riverway home, built in 1904 by Junius Smith, named for its proximity to the river. John D. Rockefeller, Sr. purchased the home in 1918 for his staff and guests. The basement walls are made from shipping crates stamped with Mr. Rockefeller's name.

Heavy hors d'oeuvres by Alexander's Prime 🧀
Signature cocktails, wine & beer 🍷
Vintage cars & racing memorabilia from local collectors 🏎
Race an RC car against other guests to win prizes 🏆

This is sure to be a night to remember! Get your tickets before they're gone!

The historic Riverway home was built in 1904 by Junius Smith, it was named for its proximity to the river. John D. Rockefeller, Sr. purchased the home in 1918 for his staff and guests. The basement walls are made from shipping crates stamped with Mr. Rockefeller's name.

09/10/2024

Shout out to our generous Birthplace of Speed Soirée sponsor Frame of Mind! Your custom frame shop and art gallery with over 15 years experience in picture framing and works of art. Whether you’re looking for a special frame or artwork, they have something for everyone. Located in beautiful downtown Ormond Beach!

Get your tickets to the Soirée today! ~ https://www.ormondhistory.org/birthplace-of-speed-soiree

09/07/2024

Our beloved Speaker Series lectures are back! Please Join us Saturday, September 14 at 10 am for The Epic Journey of Naturalist and Bird Painter John James Audubon - His Life and Travels in Florida.

The quintessential artist, woodsman and naturalist visited our shores to complete his monumental "Birds of America". Come celebrate his illustrated masterpieces and legendary life. Presenter Joseph Vetter will be in character.

For more info, please visit our website: https://www.ormondhistory.org/speaker-series-2024

09/06/2024

Shout out to our sponsor Alexander's Prime who will provide the delicious food for our upcoming Birthplace of Speed Soirée on September 28! For more information about this fabulous event please visit our website https://www.ormondhistory.org/birthplace-of-speed-soiree

09/01/2024

Have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

08/19/2024

Looking for a fun kids activity? Children in grades 1-5 are welcome to join us for a cool history program at the Hotel Ormond Cupola located in Fortunato Park. Visit our website for more details! https://www.ormondhistory.org/echo-rangers

08/14/2024

08/12/2024

Dead men don't tell tales, but their tombstones do! Join us for a guided tour of Pilgrims Rest Cemetery to hear the tales of both saints and sinners buried in this historic Ormond cemetery. Tickets sell quickly for this much loved event, get yours today! https://www.ormondhistory.org/cemetery-tour

Sharing the Rich History of Ormond Beach through Education & Preservation

08/09/2024

Join us at the elegant and historic Riverway home as we celebrate the Birthplace of Speed! Experience an enchanting evening filled with lively music, dancing, and a showcase of classic cars and racing memorabilia from local collectors. Savor signature cocktails, fine wine, and craft beers, accompanied by an array of delicious hors d'oeuvres. Don’t miss the chance to purchase a toy car and race against fellow guests for a chance to win exciting prizes!

***Cocktail attire recommended but not required***

Tickets will sell FAST, get yours here: https://www.ormondhistory.org/birthplace-of-speed-soiree

07/16/2024

Looking to explore the sights this summer, but finding the heat a bit overwhelming? Hop aboard our cool, air-conditioned bus for a delightful tour of the historic and scenic Ormond Loop! Get your tickets today! https://www.ormondhistory.org/historic-bus-tours

07/12/2024

As you stroll through historic downtown Ormond Beach during the Christmas in July event presented by Ormond Mainstreet, don't miss the Anderson-Price Memorial Building where our Holiday Market awaits. Discover a variety of offerings from local artists, crafters, and small businesses—perhaps uncovering that perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for someone special on your Christmas list!

07/10/2024

Don't forget to stop by Winn Dixie at 353 W. Granada Boulevard to pick up a reusable shopping bag for $2.99 during the month of July. For every bag purchased, $1 will be donated to the Ormond Beach Historical Society and will help to fund our educational programs and events. Thank you!

07/04/2024

Happy Independence Day from everyone at the Ormond Beach Historical Society!

07/03/2024

The Ormond Garage replica, located at the Birthplace of Speed Park on the corner of A1A & Granada, will be open to the public this Friday, July 5 from 10 am to 1 pm. Stop in to learn about the history of racing in Ormond Beach and see replicas of the Bullet #1 and The Pirate automobiles.

07/03/2024

Stop by the OBHS MacDonald House gift shop for our Independence Day Sale this Friday and Saturday! 🇺🇸

20% off all jewelry! 15% off everything else!*

10 am - 5 pm Friday ~ 10 am - 3 pm Saturday
38 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

* Ormond Scenic Loop Merchandise not included

07/01/2024

We are excited to be participating in the Community Bag Program with our local Winn Dixie store at 353 W. Granada Blvd.

For every reusuable Community Bag purchased for $2.99 at Winn Dixie, $1 will be donated to the Ormond Beach Historical Society. Not only will you be helping to support the mission of the Ormond Beach Historical Society, you will also be keeping one more single-use plastic bag out of our beautiful environment!

Bonus? These are heavy duty and perfect for toting your beach gear!

06/21/2024

Great article about the OBHS Discover & Explore Ormond Beach Summer Camp. Thank you, Jordan Tyler Hobson for joining us!

It has been Erlene Turner's dream since she’s been involved with the Ormond Beach Historical Society to start a history camp for area youth.

06/15/2024

Our final day of the Discover & Explore Ormond Beach Summer Camp was the icing on the cake of an incredible week! We were eager to begin the journey that we’ve been looking forward to and wasted no time boarding the bus this morning. Our adventure led us to Tomoka State Park where we learned about the Timucua Indians, heard the fictional tale of Chief Tomokie and Ranger Dave shared his neat bone collection with us. We stopped at Bulow Creek State Park to see the magnificent 500-year-old Fairchild Oak and then Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park to learn the history of the plantation and sugar mill from Ranger Mark Adams. We also made sure to stop by the Three Chimneys Sugar Mill Ruins where Dr. Philip J. Shapiro captivated us with historic tales of this fascinating piece of Ormond’s past. We finished the day with a yummy cookout and games on the lawn, celebrating a week filled with history, adventure and new friendships. The camp has been an amazing journey and we feel honored to have spent this enriching experience with such curious, bright and fun children. We’re already looking forward to next year!