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"Homegrown"

Exploring The Foods That Define Us

 Our recipes, menus, ceremonies, and etiquette are directly shaped by our country's rich immigrant experience, the history and   innovations of food preparation technology, and the ever-changing availability of key ingredients. The exhibition, "Homegrown:   Exploring The Foods That Define Us," dives into how food helps us express who we are as Apopka. Our food traditions extend   beyond our homes to encompass local restaurants, diners, and celebrations that help build a sense of community through food. By   incorporating local elements, this exhibition is personalized with the power of local story and will be uniquely able to be viewed at   the Museum of the Apopkans, located at 122 E. 5th St., Apopka; Opening early-mid 2025. 

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 Example Exhibition Starter Kit - "How We Work" 
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 Local Stories, Objects, Artifacts, & Images 

What is an Exhibition Starter Kit?

"Exhibition Starter Kit: FOOD" is a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution's Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) and State Humanities Councils nationwide. It is based on an exhibition by the National Museum of American History called "Key Ingredients: America by Food." Support for the Smithsonian Institution has been provided by the United States Congress. Funding for this project in Florida has been provided by the Florida Humanities with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this project do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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About "HomeGrown"

The "Homegrown: Exploring The Foods That Define Us" exhibit will whisk you away on a flavorful journey through time, from the raw roots of Hunting & Gathering to the savory essence of Local Flavors, the sizzle of Dynamic Delivery, and the comfort of Home Cooking. Dig in, explore our foods, and explore Apopka!

What To Expect

June 2024 - May 2025

Our project teams will be hard at work conducting research, collecting stories, objects, and images, developing the exhibit script, and designing the floor plan!

June 2025 - July 2025

A total reconfiguration inside the Museum of Apopkans will take place as our project teams execute the design and floor plan, transforming the museum into a food-focused exhibition.

We hope to open the exhibit in early August, to coincide with the beginning of school and have it remain open for the duration of the school year. 

Throughout it's time on display, the exhibit will host

  • Special Programming (like cooking classes, recipe swaps, scavenger hunts)

  • Events (featuring special guests, live music, local flavors, etc.)

  • Exclusive themes (like school-group days, adults-only evenings, tastings)

  • And much more!

August 2025 - May 2026
History Harvest Potluck Dinner
History Harvest Potluck Dinner
Oct 24, 2024, 4:30 PM
The Pavilion @ First Methodist of Apopka

Register To Showcase Your Car

You're invited to register your classic, vintage, antique, American-made car for our "Showcase of Cars," happening in Historic Downtown Apopka (exact location TBA) on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 from 11am-2pm. Included in your $10 registration is automatic entry to be judged in various categories for your chance to win prizes including trophies, ribbons, and an event tote bag filled with goodies from our favorite local places. Beyond cars, this event will feature a DJ, live entertainment, and a local bar/restaurant scene.

Please upload up to 3 photos of your vehicle. These may be used for marketing and advertising for this event.

After you click "Register," you will be redirected to a payment link to submit your $10 registration fee. After you submit payment, you will receive a confirmation email with 24-48 hours from mainstreetapopka@gmail.com with more details regarding the event.

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