Whatz-it?

We are from Massachusetts originally and moved over 10,000 pounds of "stuff" from there to here at Thurston House in Central Florida, by way of a year in Southern California. Our guests enjoy living with our things, if only for a short time. One of the favorite things to ask about is the rack by the front door that holds brochures and items for sale. It works great for that use, but it started life in the early 1900's as a shoe rack. This would have been in a New England shoe factory. The shoes would roll from station to station on this rack as they were being made. INTERESTING... no? Have you ever seen one anywhere else?

New art from local artist...

Our friend and a local artist, Penny, does beautiful and interesting art work. She takes photos, then has a process all her own that colors it in a unique way. She has spent a lot of time taking photos here at Thurston House, especially on our wonderful porch. Everybody looks for excuses to come work on our great wraparound porch!

Del Frisco's - Still a Local Favorite!

Del Frisco's, since 1993, has been a local best choice for mouth watering steaks. According to the Zagat Guide 2007-2008 - "The best steak at any restaurant, in any city, at any price". This prime steak house is less than a 10 minutes drive from Thurston House. Advance reservations are usually a must, but I did get some last minute people in there this past Saturday night. I guess it may have something to do the the economy and places being slower than the norm? They were very pleased and said it was the best, and they have traveled the world for years!

Images and Illustrations & Is That New?

A new exhibit opened 5/9 at the well known Maitland Art Center. It is a new collection of works by Rod Reeves featuring drawings of historic Winter Garden. The art center is a short and very pleasant stroll from Thurston House! Mark your calendars because coming August 1st is a short run exhibit that will highlight some of the new acquisitions and recent gifts to the center.