Learn about History and More at DeBary Hall in May
Posted On: April 14, 2025
Watch a reenactment of the deBary family, take a group kayak tour, listen to accordion music, and more at DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd.
May’s events include:
Line dancing lessons: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, May 1 and 15. Line dancing is a great way to exercise your mind and body. Join DeBary Hall staff for a fun evening full of beginner line dances to various music genres. This program is recommended for adults. There is a $3 charge for each class.
Story time at DeBary Hall: 9:30 a.m. Fridays, May 2 and 16. Children are invited to Kids Corner, a free series featuring stories, songs, and activities. The program is designed for preschoolers, but children of all ages are welcome.
Portraits of the Past: 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3. Enjoy a talk through time with Anita DeBary Lyons and Leonie DeBary Brewster. Judy Morrison and Lisa Perez will reenact the granddaughter and great-granddaughter of Samuel Frederick deBary and discuss the adventurous spirit of all the DeBary women from 1871 to 1941.
Historic kayak tour: 9 a.m. Friday, May 9. Learn about the area’s rich history during this leisurely paddling trip around a portion of Lake Monroe in Gemini Springs. Bring a canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard, along with a life preserver and whistle. Meet near the fishing pier at Gemini Springs Park, 37 Dirksen Drive, DeBary. Sunscreen and bottled water are recommended. Children over 12 are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Reservations are required; call 386-668-3840 or email lperez@volusia.org.
Music at the Mansion: 1 p.m. Saturday, May 17. Celebrate Armed Forces Day with the Central Florida Accordion Club. From patriotic songs to polkas to timeless tunes, this merry group of talented musicians will educate and entertain guests during a free two-hour concert in DeBary Hall Historic Site’s theater.
DeBary Hall, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is managed by Volusia County’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Division. It’s open six days a week at 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. The site is closed on Mondays. For more information, contact Lisa Perez at 386-668-3840 or lperez@volusia.org.
