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The '''Clifford House''' (also known as the '''Clifford-Taylor House''') is a historic home in [[Eustis, Florida|Eustis]], [[Florida]], [[United States]]. It is located at 536 North [[State Road 44 (Florida)|Bay Street]]. On [[April 4]], [[1975]], it was added to the [[United States|U.S.]] [[National Register of Historic Places]]. |
The '''Clifford House''' (also known as the '''Clifford-Taylor House''') is a historic home in [[Eustis, Florida|Eustis]], [[Florida]], [[United States]]. It is located at 536 North [[State Road 44 (Florida)|Bay Street]]. On [[April 4]], [[1975]], it was added to the [[United States|U.S.]] [[National Register of Historic Places]]. It was owned by G.D. Clifford, an early settler and local merchandiser.<ref>http://www.eustishistoricalmuseum.com/eustismuseum.html</ref> |
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Built in 1910, the {{convert|4500|sqft|m2|abbr=on}}. Clifford house has 18 rooms and is home to the Eustis Historical Museum & Preservation Society. |
Built in 1910, the {{convert|4500|sqft|m2|abbr=on}}. Clifford house has 18 rooms and is home to the '''Eustis Historical Museum & Preservation Society''', which was founded in 1983. |
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==Eustis Historical Museum== |
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Each room of the Clifford House has a different theme, and features period antiques and displays of local history. One room is called the “Indiana Jones Room”, and is dedicated to the memory of Dr. [[Edgar James Banks|Edgar J. Banks]], a professor and [[archaeologist]] who spent time in Eustis, and who is held up as the inspiration for the character of [[Indiana Jones]]. |
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The Citrus Museum is located next to Clifford House, and features exhibits related to the area's former importance in the citrus industry, including labels, posters, utensils, tools, equipment and other memorabilia. |
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* [http://www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com/FL/Lake/state.html Lake County listings] at [http://www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com National Register of Historic Places] |
* [http://www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com/FL/Lake/state.html Lake County listings] at [http://www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com National Register of Historic Places] |
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* [http://www.flheritage.com Florida's Office of Cultural and Historical Programs] |
* [http://www.flheritage.com Florida's Office of Cultural and Historical Programs] |
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** [http://www.flheritage.com/facts/reports/places/index.cfm?fuseaction=ListAreas&county=lake Lake County listings] |
** [http://www.flheritage.com/facts/reports/places/index.cfm?fuseaction=ListAreas&county=lake Lake County listings] |
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** [http://www.flheritage.com/services/sites/fht/record_t.cfm?ID=323&type=c&index=35 Clifford House] |
** [http://www.flheritage.com/services/sites/fht/record_t.cfm?ID=323&type=c&index=35 Clifford House] |
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==External links== |
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* [http://www.eustishistoricalmuseum.com/ Eustis Historical Museum] - official site |
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Revision as of 00:30, 21 June 2009
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| Location | Eustis, Florida |
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| Added to NRHP | April 4, 1975 |
The Clifford House (also known as the Clifford-Taylor House) is a historic home in Eustis, Florida, United States. It is located at 536 North Bay Street. On April 4, 1975, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It was owned by G.D. Clifford, an early settler and local merchandiser.[1]
Built in 1910, the 4,500 sq ft (420 m2). Clifford house has 18 rooms and is home to the Eustis Historical Museum & Preservation Society, which was founded in 1983.
Eustis Historical Museum
Each room of the Clifford House has a different theme, and features period antiques and displays of local history. One room is called the “Indiana Jones Room”, and is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Edgar J. Banks, a professor and archaeologist who spent time in Eustis, and who is held up as the inspiration for the character of Indiana Jones.
The Citrus Museum is located next to Clifford House, and features exhibits related to the area's former importance in the citrus industry, including labels, posters, utensils, tools, equipment and other memorabilia.
References
- Lake County listings at National Register of Historic Places
- Florida's Office of Cultural and Historical Programs
External links
- Eustis Historical Museum - official site
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