Discover dramatic history of local storms in WGHF exhibition

The Winter Garden Heritage Foundation is holding a special reception to debut "Tempests and Tornadoes."

By Amy Quesinberry Price
| 8:09 a.m. April 30, 2025

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The Winter Garden Heritage Foundation is announcing the launch of its newest exhibition, “Tempests and Tornadoes,” running now through July. A VIP reception with meteorologist Tom Sorrells is open to residents from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at Heller Hall, 21 E. Plant St.

Dive into the dramatic history of storms that have shaped West Orange County, including the February 1998 tornado that swept through Winter Garden. This exhibition features interactive displays, historical artifacts and compelling stories that showcase the powerful forces of nature and their impact on our lives.

While the exhibition is free to the public, donations help the WGHF continue its mission of preserving and sharing the rich history of West Orange County.

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Amy Quesinberry Price

Community Editor Amy Quesinberry Price was born at the old West Orange Memorial Hospital and raised in Winter Garden. Aside from earning her journalism degree from the University of Georgia, she hasn’t strayed too far from her hometown and her three-mile bubble. She grew up reading The Winter Garden Times and knew in the eighth grade she wanted to write for her community newspaper. She has been part of the writing and editing team since 1990.