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#TBT and #BTS with MOAS Executive Director, Andrew Sandall
#TBT and #BTS with MOAS Executive Director, Andrew Sandall Thu, Apr 16, 2020 I'm often asked what my favorite object or painting in our collections is and while it would be impossible to answer that, this old railroad sign on display in the Root Family Museum Train Station is definitely one of the most surprising and the one ... Read More

The Evolution of Santa Claus
The Evolution of Santa Claus Wed, Dec 13, 2017 Santa Claus is a legendary figure who is the traditional patron of Christmas in the United States and other countries. His popular image is based on traditions associated with Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century Christian saint, while Father Christmas fill... Read More

John "Doc" Pemberton and His Amazing Medicine
John "Doc" Pemberton and His Amazing Medicine Wed, Jun 28, 2017 The early origins of Coca-Cola is an amazing story with a web of connections which turned a nerve and brain tonic into the most recognized soft drink brand in the world. The story begins on July 8, 1831, with the birth of John "Doc" Pemberton in Knox... Read More

Rails, Ales & Tails
Rails, Ales & Tails Mon, May 15, 2017 On Wednesday, May 10, 2017 the Museum of Arts & Sciences took advantage of having two beautiful train cars on display in a train station-like gallery and hosted its first Rails, Ales & Tails event, all in celebration of National Train Day. National T... Read More

2024 Exhibit Sponsors
Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts.