227 East Kennedy Boulevard, Eatonville, Florida 407-647-3307 The Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts was named in honor of author, folklorist and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston (Their Eyes Were Watching God), who was born in Eatonville, the oldest municipality in the United States incorporated by African Americans.
The Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Arts features rotating exhibits that highlight the works of African-American artists from Florida and around the United States. Admission is free. Museum hours are Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM and Saturday from 11 AM to 1 PM. For more information about the Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts, visit www.zoranealehurston.cc.
Don’t miss the Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts & Humanities, a lively four-day event that takes place in downtown Eatonville. Highlights include a street festival, cultural arts events, public forums, educational programs and a screenwriting competition.
ZORA NEALE HURSTON TRIVIA: Hurston (1891-1960) immortalized her hometown in the autobiography, Dust Tracks on the Road.
Orlando to Host NBA All-Star 2012 The most magical week in sports is returning to Orlando for the second time, as the city has been selected to host NBA All-Star 2012. Orlando also hosted the 1992 All-Star Game. The 61st NBA All-Star Game will be played on Sunday, Feb. 26, at the Amway Center, which will also host the T-Mobile Rookie [...]
Walt Disney: Motivational Speaker In addition to being an innovator, visionary and genius, Walt Disney was one heck of a motivational speaker! Below are 10 of my favorite Walt Disney quotes: “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” “We are [...]
Celebrate LEGOLAND Florida’s First Christmas LEGOLAND Florida is getting into the holiday spirit with the first annual Christmas Bricktacular. Festive decorations and sounds of the season will fill The Beginning and Fun Town through the holidays, Dec. 8-31, followed by Kids’ New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31. With more than 50 rides, shows and attractions all dedicated to families with [...]
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