Mount Dora Historic District, Historic district in Mount Dora, United States.
The Mount Dora Historic District is a U.S. historic district in Mount Dora, Lake County, Florida, roughly bounded by 3rd Avenue, 11th Avenue, Clayton Street and Helen Street. It holds many buildings from the early 20th century.
The district developed during the early decades of the 20th century as Mount Dora grew as a settlement and diverse buildings took shape. In 2009 the buildings were added to the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing their importance to local history.
The district hosts the Mount Dora Craft Fair and the Mount Dora Art Festival, the latter drawing an estimated 150,000 to 200,000 people to the town. These events fill the streets around the early 20th century buildings with visitors and residents.
Visitors can walk through the streets and view the various houses and buildings up close or drive through the area. The best way to discover the main landmarks and historical structures is to take time exploring at your own pace.
The district's boundaries follow 3rd Avenue, 11th Avenue, Clayton Street and Helen Street, and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 1, 2009. The Mount Dora Art Festival held in its streets is estimated to draw 150,000 to 200,000 people to the town.
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