Coming Soon
Headwaters Heritage & Cultural Center
The Florida Remembered Society (FRS) proudly announces the future construction of Headwaters Heritage & Cultural Center, an interdisciplinary museum showcasing and celebrating the diverse cultural heritage, environment, and history of Florida. The Center will provide a fun and interactive venue where residents and visitors learn, connect and cultivate an appreciation for Florida’s colorful history. FRS recognizes Florida’s unique history that holds a crucial place in the nation’s history books. The Center will bring together the most impressive artifacts, stories, and exhibitions to foster a deeper understanding of the State’s diverse cultures, natural beauty, and rich history. Thoroughly designed to cater to all ages, this Center will offer unforgettable experiences that will leave visitors with a renewed sense of appreciation for the Sunshine State.
Who, What, Where, When and Why?
FRS, a private, not-for-profit corporation, was founded in 2019 to preserve, protect, and promote Florida’s rich cultural history. Our volunteer Board of Directors has been meeting quarterly since February 2020 to form its vision, mission and values for the Center and to develop its strategic plan. The Board’s conceptual plans have now progressed to the building design stage for HHCC.
HHCC will be a compact, approximately 5,000 square-foot, old Florida style building. Approximately 2/3 of the Center will be gallery, permanent and special exhibit and programming space. The other 1/3 of the Center will be a collections conservation and management office, a gift shop, a Citrus Café with a permanent citrus label and citrus artifacts display, a small staff kitchen area and restrooms. The Center’s exhibit space will transform to a large meeting area for cultural heritage presentations. The Center will be eco-friendly and energy efficient.
HHCC will be located in Fellsmere Florida, Indian River County, adjacent to the St. Johns Headwaters, a most historically and ecologically significant body of water. The region HHCC will serve includes the 57-square mile City of Fellsmere, Indian River County and Brevard County and the Treasure and Space Coast regions.
The HHCC will be built on an approximate 9-acre vacant property at the 16500 block of Fellsmere Grade Road. The property is the former site of a citrus grove that has been removed. The acreage will include one large pond on the grounds and another smaller pond near the Center. Native plantings, butterfly gardens, walking and biking trails, informational signage and outdoor picnic areas will be featured on the HHCC campus, The campus will grow in the future to include historic structures and large historic artifacts. The grounds will be large enough for small music and arts festivals, cultural events, historic reenactments and other special programming.
FRS expects to begin construction at the end of this year following what will likely be a 6-month permitting process. Grant monies will be sought for the Scope of Work that will occur in later phases of construction. The Center’s goal is to be open in 2025 so that we can fully participate and recognize the importance of Florida’s cultural heritage in our nation’s celebration of its 250th anniversary in 2026.
FRS and HHCC are committed to public service and to providing engaging and educational programs that strengthen connections to the state’s cultural heritage and create a sense of pride of place and of person. Welcoming diverse peoples and meeting the needs of the underserved populations in the community is a priority. We also strive to be a resource for learners of all ages, promoting a deeper understanding of Florida’s multicultural heritage. In addition, HHCC seeks to promote ecotourism, agritourism, and environmental stewardship to further enrich the community. By partnering with civic, cultural, charitable, and educational groups, as well as various individuals, HHCC can fulfill its mission and strengthen community relationships.
FRS, a private, not-for-profit corporation, was founded in 2019 to preserve, protect, and promote Florida’s rich cultural history. Our volunteer Board of Directors has been meeting quarterly since February 2020 to form its vision, mission and values for the Center and to develop its strategic plan. The Board’s conceptual plans have now progressed to the building design stage for HHCC.
HHCC will be a compact, approximately 5,000 square-foot, old Florida style building. Approximately 2/3 of the Center will be gallery, permanent and special exhibit and programming space. The other 1/3 of the Center will be a collections conservation and management office, a gift shop, a Citrus Café with a permanent citrus label and citrus artifacts display, a small staff kitchen area and restrooms. The Center’s exhibit space will transform to a large meeting area for cultural heritage presentations. The Center will be eco-friendly and energy efficient.
HHCC will be located in Fellsmere Florida, Indian River County, adjacent to the St. Johns Headwaters, a most historically and ecologically significant body of water. The region HHCC will serve includes the 57-square mile City of Fellsmere, Indian River County and Brevard County and the Treasure and Space Coast regions.
The HHCC will be built on an approximate 9-acre vacant property at the 16500 block of Fellsmere Grade Road. The property is the former site of a citrus grove that has been removed. The acreage will include one large pond on the grounds and another smaller pond near the Center. Native plantings, butterfly gardens, walking and biking trails, informational signage and outdoor picnic areas will be featured on the HHCC campus, The campus will grow in the future to include historic structures and large historic artifacts. The grounds will be large enough for small music and arts festivals, cultural events, historic reenactments and other special programming.
FRS expects to begin construction at the end of this year following what will likely be a 6-month permitting process. Grant monies will be sought for the Scope of Work that will occur in later phases of construction. The Center’s goal is to be open in 2025 so that we can fully participate and recognize the importance of Florida’s cultural heritage in our nation’s celebration of its 250th anniversary in 2026.
FRS and HHCC are committed to public service and to providing engaging and educational programs that strengthen connections to the state’s cultural heritage and create a sense of pride of place and of person. Welcoming diverse peoples and meeting the needs of the underserved populations in the community is a priority. We also strive to be a resource for learners of all ages, promoting a deeper understanding of Florida’s multicultural heritage. In addition, HHCC seeks to promote ecotourism, agritourism, and environmental stewardship to further enrich the community. By partnering with civic, cultural, charitable, and educational groups, as well as various individuals, HHCC can fulfill its mission and strengthen community relationships.