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Headline 1: Orange County Parks and Recreation is hiring qualified persons for a variety of jobs – see what’s available! https://www.ocfl.net/cultureparks/jobsdashboard.aspx
Headline 2: Orange County Parks and Recreation is hiring strong swimmers for part-time Lifeguard jobs at Kelly Park and Fort Gatlin! Suitable for ages 16 and older with starting pay: $16.07/hour. Apply today! https://www.ocfl.net/cultureparks/jobsdashboard.aspx
Headline 3: Explore Fort Christmas Historical Park with this amazing virtual tour!
Headline 4: Make camping reservations online for Clarcona, Kelly, Magnolia, Moss, and Trimble Parks up to 45 days in advance of your arrival date.
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Special Event: Bluegrass Festival on April 6! The Bluegrass Festival returns on Saturday, April 6 from 9:45 a.m. - 4 p.m., at Fort Christmas Historical Park, presented by the Fort Christmas Historical Society. Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic or purchase from food trucks (if available).
To make a reservation, please call the park directly at 407-254-9310; leave a detailed message if you reach voicemail. Please note that Orange County Parks and Recreation requires 30 days or more to schedule and complete payment and paperwork for all rentals.
With the exception of ADA service animals, no pets are permitted in Fort Christmas Historical Park. Alcohol is prohibited in the park.
Tours and Special Events
The park includes a replica of a fort built in 1837 during the Second Seminole Indian War; a traditional Florida "Cracker" house and eight pioneer homes; a schoolhouse and lunchroom; a sugar cane mill and other historical farming equipment.
Orange County Parks and Recreation 4801 W. Colonial Dr. Orlando, FL 32808 To reach a specific park: click on the A–Z tab and select the park or facility you are interested in for the phone number. Email: parks@ocfl.net Parks Administration: 407-836-6200 Parks' Events InfoLine: 407-836-6280 Facebook Events List: Orange County, Florida Twitter: @OrangeCoParksFL