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When the San Juan Hotel at the northwest corner of Orange Avenue and Central Boulevard was slated for demolition, many citizens felt that the past was slipping away by wrecking ball and bulldozer and soon would be forgotten. The displays created by Orland ... Read more

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American Flag

The plaque at the base of the flag states that it was given to Charles W. Scott Col. USAF Ret upon release as an Iranian hostage. January 25th, 1982. Colonel Scott published a book entitled "Pieces of the Game: The Human Drama of Americans Held Hostage in ... Read more

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Love Ball Sculpture

The "Love Ball" was on display at the Orlando Public Library near the genealogy collection on fourth floor but was relocated during the renovation. It was created by artist Jennifer Wilfong. READ more about Jennifer Wilfong. ... Read more

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Eddie T. Jackson

Above: Librarian Eddie T. Jackson - Story time at the Booker T. Washington Branch Library circa 1927 Eddie Natalie Byrd Thomas Cromartie Jackson Eddie Jackson was born Eddie Natalie Byrd Thomas on March 25th, 1902, in Tampa, Florida. Her mother, Woodie ... Read more

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Orlando Public Library Painting

This painting shows a panoramic view of the 1985 additions to the Orlando Public Library in Downtown Orlando painted by artist Jim Herzberger. ... Read more

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CRC Quilt

Computer Resource Center Staff Quilt This quilt was put together by the Computer Resource Center staff, each designing a square. The squares were then printed on fabric and sewn together. The quilt was presented at the 2006 OCLS Staff Day. ... Read more

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Art in the Library

The Library has added to the collection through remodeling, donations, and special commissions over the years. Find out a little more about each piece here: Installations and Sculptures 1999 Orlando Public Library Children's Library Remodel Jack ... Read more