West Volusia Historical Society

To preserve and promote the history of West Volusia County

These workshops actively involve history seekers in the skills and stories that were traditionally handed down from generation to generation.

and for adults who are "young at heart", to help bring history - our shared past - to life.  Learning about the treasures of the past gives a new perspective to view our lives today and to prepare for our future.


Programs are held in the WVHS Conrad Educational & Research Center located at 137 W Michigan Avenue in DeLand unless otherwise indicated. Reservations are required.  Call West Volusia Historical Society -- 386-740-6813

Hands-on History
Programs for Kids & the Kids-at-Heart

Photos from last summer's Fiber Camp

Workshop for Kids

Workshop for Kids at Heart

Fiber Camp for Youth

Monday, July 28 to Friday, August 1, 2025


Join the fun at our third year of one-week Fiber Camp. 


For youth ages 9 - 15. Camp takes place Monday - Friday 9 am to 2 pm. West Volusia Historical Society Conrad Center, 137 W Michigan Avenue in DeLand.


Details and registration form will be posted in the Spring

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Workshops for 2025

Saturday, March 8, 2025 - Amigurumi Show and Share


In the workshop, participants will show amigurumi projects they have completed or works in progress, and share patterns. Make cute amigurumi rabbits one to keep and one to share with a child in foster care. This is not a beginning amigurumi workshop, but help will be readily available for anyone having difficulty with patterns. Participants will go home with patterns of their choosing, their own rabbit, and yarn to complete the rabbit to be shared, if not yet completed. 


For youth and adult amigurumi fans ages 9 and up. Location: Conrad Center. Time:9 am to noon. Cost:$10 per person. Pre-registration is required; call WVHS at 386-740-6813.