Art, University

Serving Central Florida and beyond with a permanent collection of over 18,000 objects.

Culture, History

To preserve the history of drag racing one of the original forms of auto racing known to man through restoration, and preservation of historical vehicles, involvement in research of said history, honoring prominent individuals who were the sports' pioneers, development of a National Archive and Library, collecting, documentation of state history, educating the general public on the history and progress of all racing and presenting the uniqueness of this sport auto racing.

Historical Society

Archaeology, History, Historic House, Library, Natural History, Nature Centers, Park

To enhance students' appreciation of the cultural and environmental aspects of Marion County and north central Florida. Our efforts are to motivate students through the use of exhibits, guided tours on an interpretive nature trail, and hands-on activities and lab as well as introducing them to scientific and technological equipment used to learn about the environment. Now open to the public all year Saturday & Sunday 9 :00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. along with the Silver River State Park.

Art, Children's, Culture, History, Nature Centers, Park, Science

The Discovery Center now occupies the "former" Tuscawilla Youth Center (Armory) building in downtown Tuscawilla Park in Ocala, Florida. This new and exciting change will be a part of the City's ReDiscover Tuscawilla Park Project, along with plans for the addition of pavilions, a new all-inclusive playground, connecting sidewalks and fishing platforms.

Historical Society

Archaeology, Culture, History, Historic House, Library

Marion County Museum showing 12,000 years of history.

Art