Once nestled in the heart of Osceola County, Florida, laid a piece of forgotten history—the Tropical Hotel. The Tropical Hotel was built in 1883, the same year Kissimmee was incorporated as a city. It was during the late 19th and early 20th centuries that the Tropical Hotel emerged as a hotel that offered guests a view into the tropics right in the heart of Florida. […]
The Osceola County Historical Society presents Homegrown Florida, a new special exhibit about the citrus and cattle industries, agriculture and early tourism. Osceola County and the Central Florida area were shaped by the industries of citrus, agriculture, cattle and tourism. The impact of these industries can be seen throughout the years: Florida oranges are sought after, and the Silver Spurs Rodeo still attracts large crowds. […]