Local History

Learn about celebrated local artist Memphis Wood. Affectionately known as Jacksonville’s “First Lady of Art,” she was a long-time resident of Mandarin.

During World War II, two 2nd Lieutenants disobeyed orders and flew 180 miles off course to meet their untimely deaths in Riverside. Hear their story.

Celebrate the 126th anniversary of "Lift Every Voice and Sing at free public events February 7 - 21.