The Pioneer Village is composed of various structures that are preserved to try and safeguard the history of Florida. It has been preserved to show visitors how life before modern time was. The buildings are currently located in Orlando, FL within the Osceola County at the Pioneer Museum so as to try and protect the buildings which play a key role in understanding the County’s history. The village mainly tries to show how people lived in the past. It is worth noting down that you can go for a tour in the village to view the various structures that once stood in various areas of Osceola County.
1. The Blacksmith’s Shop
This shop clearly shows how the blacksmith was an important figure in the village. The main job of the blacksmith was to craft nail, tools and also horseshoes. The shop was built by local boys who used a plan believed to have originated from the 1800’s .
The blacksmith was very important and played a key role in providing various services that helped the village to grow and thrive.
2. Caretaker’s HouseÂ
The caretaker house which was from the Partin family is a very important component of the village. Henry Partin was a very important person in Osceola County who introduced Braham cattle to the cattle industry. This structure was very important in Florida and mainly originated from Partin’s ranch.
A study that was conducted clearly shows that the structure was built in the year 1932. The structure is therefore new when compared to various structures in Pioneer Village. As you take a tour of the village , the first structure you walk past is the caretaker’s house.
3. The Cracker HouseÂ
The structure is believed to have been built in the year 1889 by a family popularly known as the Lanier family. This house is designed by a form of architecture that is very unique. As you enter the house, you experience a center breezeway that acts as a natural air conditioner.
Some other structures in this house include the gardens, wash house and smoke house. All these structures were very important in the 1800s.
4. The Tyson HouseÂ
This house is a very important addition to the history of Osceola County. The Tyson family was mainly comprised of farmers who worked very hard to provide for the family. This average family mainly lived in a house with only one room.
The family is believed to have comprised of eleven children. The Tyson House mainly preserves the history of James Tyson and his family. James is believed to have settled in the county between 1884 to 1890.
The house is believed to have been built in the year 1892. A study of the house’s history clearly shows that eleven members once lived in one room.
5. The Cadman ComplexÂ
The Cadman family is believed to have arrived in New York at around 1888. They later relocated to Florida due to the temperate climate, commercial opportunities and also the natural beauty. John Cadman was involved in various projects that mainly focussed in the development of land.
– The Cadman Kitchen and Bungalow
The Cadman family home was remodeled so that it could easily meet the family member’s requirements. Various generations are believed to have lived in the house for very many years and many modifications were done to ensure that all needs of the family were met.
– The Cadman bachelor quartersÂ
This structure was built to ensure that all the boys in the Cadman family had sleeping quarters. The features of the building are actually similar to those of the kitchen.
– The Cadman packing house
A study that was conducted clearly shows that the packing house was built in the 1890s. The house was mainly composed of a sorter that was operated by a pulley. In 2005, the house was relocated to the pioneer village .
This citrus packing house mainly plays a major role in showing the history of the citrus industry in Osceola County,Florida. The setting of the house is both authentic and unique making it a very important addition to the county’s history.
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The Pioneer Village is very important in the history of Osceola County, Florida. The structures are preserved well by specialists who understand the importance of safeguarding the history of Florida. It is closed on all major holidays but reopens afterwards for a Monday – Sunday showcase schedule. Pricing is $7 for adults and $3 for children between the ages of 4-12. Children 4 years old and under get in for free. If you have small children, be sure to rent one of our strollers.