Hi-Tech Citrus County – 1950’s style By: Ken Marotte, Citrus County Historical Society It’s hard to imagine a world without smart phones and the internet. It’s fun to take a step back and remember some of the “high-tech” devices that captured the imagination of...
When Dollars Grew on Trees By: Ken Marotte, Citrus County Historical Society (CCHS) If there’s one defining feature of the Southern US, it’s the masses of Spanish Moss draped across local trees. Visitors remark about the beauty of the moss, while some natives feel...
The Old Courthouse Heritage Museum, located in Downtown Inverness, is proud to present Greta Pope and the Spaniels, performing “MoTown: Pride of the Motor City.” Greta Pope is an award-winning, internationally acclaimed entertainer. She has delighted...
“Number Please?” – Early Telephones in Citrus County By : Ken Marotte, Citrus County Historical Society Smart phones that can immediately connect people across the globe are everywhere. Younger people who have grown up with this technology would be amazed at...
Jack Carter – Floral City’s Naval Hero By: Ken Marotte, Citrus County Historical Society There are a number of granite memorials in front of the Old Courthouse Heritage Museum in downtown Inverness. Many visitors take a few minutes to view the names of local citizens...
