DeLand House Tour Hours
Tuesday - Saturday
12:30 pm & 2:30 pm
Upcoming Events
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Elisabeth Burgess Nielsen was said to be the glue that kept her family together, thus assuring the family interests Elisabeth tells the story of her parents, Arthur and Elisabeth Roe Burgess who came to DeLand in 1916. They platted a new development in the Mediterranean style, called Pelham Square. Mrs. Burgess, Elisabeth's mother, was a major benefactor in the community. Elisabeth Nielsen is the portrayed by Cheryl Floyd. 2 pm Conrad Center, 137 W Michigan Avenue in DeLand. Admission is $10; $5 for WVHS members.
Conversations @ the Conrad
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Walk through history in this beautifully preserved neighborhood. See architectural landmarks and hear stories of our intriguing pioneers. Tours depart at 10:30 am from WVHS Educational & Research Conrad Center, 137 W Michigan Avenue in DeLand. Click here for more details & additional tour dates.
Walking Tour - the old Northwest Residential Historic District
Saturday, October 10, 2026
An enchanting evening celebrating history, community and the beauty of our shared heritage. It will be an elegant evening of music, cocktails and community celebration in support of preserving our region's rich and vibrant history - the people, places and stories that define West Volusia. This unique and lively event will take place at Northwest Square, with proceeds dedicated to the continued maintenance and programming of our museums, research library, archives, and other educational services. Click here for more details, tickets and sponsorship opportunities.
You can reach West Volusia Historical Society at this number:
386-734-4765
Tour of Historic Homes
December 12 and 13, 2026 Noon to 5 pm both days. Eight beautiful historic homes in the NW Residential Historic District. Click here for details.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Growing up in DeLand in the 1890s
This program for youth ages 6-12 and adults who accompany them explores life as a kid during the time that Carl Farriss, the young son of the Farriss family who lived in the house on Michigan Avenue which now is home to the DeLand House Museum. Visit the museum, view old photos in a stereoscope and make a paper toy
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Local History Talk - D Ranch Preserve
D Ranch Preserve, a nature preserve of diverse landscapes and native wildlife in Osteen, as trails for hiking, birdwatching, nature photography and more. Once part of a cattle ranch, the 476-acre preserve has about 4.5 miles of trails. Brandon Evans, the Land Steward and only full-time team member at D Ranch Preserve will present the story of the Preserve. Brandon, a native of Central Florida, studied at Stetson University and spent two years in the AmeriCorps program before joining Conservation Florida. 6 pm.
Carl and his friends may have made. Check in at Conrad Center. aa am - 12 pm. $5 for youth; $10 for adults. Kids with an ECHO Ranger Passport accompanied by one adult attend free. Call 386-740-6813; RSVP required.
Conrad Educational & Research Center, 137 W Michigan Avenue, DeLand. Free admission and open to all ages.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Walking Tour - Historic Stetson University Campus District
Walk through history on the beautiful historic campus and learn how the University was founded, its early significant donors and development. Discover how the campus grew from a single academy building to the magnificent buildings surrounding Holler Fountain. Tours depart at 10:30 am from WVHS Educational & Research Conrad Center, 137 W Michigan Avenue in DeLand. Click here for more details & additional tour dates.
