History Alive: Florida Lifestyle

From cattle ranches to sprawling citrus groves, Florida’s communities were shaped by resilience, creativity, and hard work. Explore the traditions, tools, and trades that helped build Florida into the vibrant state it is today. Discover how families lived and the skills that kept communities thriving across generations.

Activities include:

Cracker Trail Board Game – Journey alongside Florida’s iconic cow hunters as you navigate challenges, care for your herd, and learn how cattle ranching became one of the state’s foundational industries.
Pioneer Buttermaking – Try our hand at shaping butter using pioneer-style molds and learn how early Floridians made dairy staples. It’s hands-on, historic, and deliciously fun.
Citrus Packing House Challenge – Step into the Dr. Phillips Packing House and discover the art of Florida citrus. Learn how citrus growers graded, packed, and shipped the oranges that made Florida famous.

Guided museum tours – 10:30 a.m., Noon, 1:45 p.m., 3:30 p.m.