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In Memoriam
John Leonard "Jack" Fahs, Jr. November 9, 1927 - September 3, 2018 |
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NOTICE FOR NEXT MEETING
The Leesburg Heritage Society will meet on Tuesday, December 4th, at 3:30
at the Leesburg Public Library, East Main Street.
Program: Ray Emerson, long-time Leesburg resident.
Ray will tell us how East Main Street used to be.
It was sort of a 2nd downtown and I'm sure we will all enjoy his presentation.
The Leesburg Heritage Society will meet on Tuesday, December 4th, at 3:30
at the Leesburg Public Library, East Main Street.
Program: Ray Emerson, long-time Leesburg resident.
Ray will tell us how East Main Street used to be.
It was sort of a 2nd downtown and I'm sure we will all enjoy his presentation.
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THE LEESBURG HERITAGE SOCIETY HONORS
FIREFIGHTERS & POLICE DEPARTMENT |
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Back Row L-R: Battalion chief, Battalion Lieutenant, Tim Bailey, Justin.
Front Row: Glorianne Fahs, Officer Richard |
In recognition of the devastating fire at the Historic Mote-Morris House, during the morning of Tuesday, February 20, 2018, the society honored the bravery and hard work of the Leesburg Fire Department (Station 61) and the Leesburg Police Department.
On Tuesday, March 26, 2018 representatives of each department were on hand for the presentation. Mrs. Glorianne Fahs led the presentation stating, “The firefighters did an outstanding job of quelling the flames, and we have some artifacts that were saved because of their swift response, with the police keeping the rest of the home and surroundings secure after the fire”. |
That occasion reminded us all of the importance of the Leesburg Fire Department and the Leesburg Police Department, and all our first=responders, and the duties they perform on behalf of our community’s safety and well-being..
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR FIRST-RESPONDERS
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR FIRST-RESPONDERS
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NEXT MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT
The Leesburg Heritage Society will meet on Tuesday, May 1st, at the Leesburg Public Library,
101 East Main St. Carlton “Red” Fussell will be the guest speaker, telling about the 3rd book
he has written. Then 2018-2019 Officers will be installed by Dan Robuck.
Please join us at 3:30 pm for refreshments, provided by sponsor Beyers Funeral Home.
The meeting will begin promptly at 4:00.
101 East Main St. Carlton “Red” Fussell will be the guest speaker, telling about the 3rd book
he has written. Then 2018-2019 Officers will be installed by Dan Robuck.
Please join us at 3:30 pm for refreshments, provided by sponsor Beyers Funeral Home.
The meeting will begin promptly at 4:00.
For your convenience, the March 27, 2018 Newsletter, is now published
to view the newsletter, PLEASE CLICK HERE
to view the newsletter, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Our web-page is frequently updated with new information about exhibits and events, etc.
We invite you to visit our site often and to add your comments on the "Contact Us" page
We invite you to visit our site often and to add your comments on the "Contact Us" page
The Leesburg Historical Museum is open:
Tuesday thru Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday thru Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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The Leesburg
Historical Museum is conveniently located in the historic Woman’s Club Building, at 111 S. Sixth Street (between Main St. & Magnolia St.), which was used for many years later by Lassiter-Ware Insurance. The museum faces the Life Stream Building which is the tallest building in Leesburg. |
The museum has an interesting history all its own. It has been home to the Leesburg Library, the Leesburg Chamber of Commerce, several civic clubs, the Leesburg High School Prom and the Poinsettia Ball. The museum is crammed with artifacts and items that help tell the story about Leesburg – from the days that citrus was king and the popular Watermelon Festival was a highlight for kids and adults alike, to the Leesburg Centennial in 1957 and gathering places such as the Magnolia Hotel and the Lake View Hotel.
Sesquicentennial in 2007: Activities for the Sesquicentennial took place all twelve months of 2007.
Sesquicentennial in 2007: Activities for the Sesquicentennial took place all twelve months of 2007.
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Welcome
We welcome a new link between us (The Leesburg Heritage Society & Historical Museum) & The Eustis Historical Society. Please be sure to click on the link and visit their site. |
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Be sure to visit the full
exhibits & displays page. New items are frequently added so visit our website often. Perhaps you would like to donate an item for exhibition. If so, you may call us directly at (352.315.1800), or use our contact page |
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The Leesburg Heritage Society & Historical Museum
Displays Newly Donated Plastiglass Panel The window was donated by Bert Boliek, of Lake Glass and Mirror, Inc. This panel was part of the "Wall of Florida History" that was formerly at the Citizens National Bank at the southwest corner of Citizens and North Boulevard, Leesburg, Florida |
40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
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The Leesburg Heritage Society gathered at Lake Port Square for the celebration of our 40th Anniversary. President Jim Miller hosted the group of 62 members and guests from the community who were treated to a beautiful hors d'oeuvre buffet, complete with champagne! Staff members from Lake Port Square presented Jim with a plaque honoring the Society for the 40 years of service to the community.
From Minutes by Sue Turner |
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OF SPECIAL NOTE
Images of America: "AMERICA: LEESBURG" by Glorianne Fahs and Bobby Grenier, is available at the Museum for $23.53. |
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Please be sure to provide your contact information, so we may keep you up-to-date with ongoing events, new exhibits, & meetings, etc.
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