Maitland of the 21st century is a progressive city that plans for growth while carefully protecting its heritage through preservation and restoration projects. One proud example is the "Historical Corridor" that stretches from the Lake Lily-Lake Catherine area to the center of Maitland. Among the many century-old homes restored to their original elegance are the Robert L. Wagner House (1881), the O'Heir House (1885), the James Arch House (1885), Chadburne Hall and High Oaks (1890) and the Hill-Stone House (1908).
Along with the ongoing Farmer's Market in Quinn Strong Park, the City of Maitland sponsors community activities throughout the year: Movie in the Park, Sunday Football Party, Spring Arts Festival, Arbor Day, March of Dimes, Walk for NAMI, Taste of Maitland, Party in the Park, Rotary Arts Festival, Season of Light and Reindeer Run. More events for children, adults and seniors happen weekly at the Maitland Public Library, Art Center, Senior Center, and Historical Society.
Maitland's lakes are a prime source of water recreation, and the city's seven parks and three complexes offer something for everyone: picnic pavilions, playgrounds, hiking, jogging, biking, tennis, racquetball, soccer, basketball, hopscotch, volleyball, horseshoes, shuffleboard, and even romantic gazebos for weddings. Sybelia Point Park also has a fishing pier, Lake Lily Park has a beautiful boardwalk, Lake Sybelia Beach has a sandy beach for sunning, and Fort Maitland Park provides boat access to the expansive Lake Maitland. The Jim Houser Azalea Garden treats visitors to peaceful walks through beautiful spreads of azalea and a quiet, secluded beach.
For even more family fun, a short drive takes you to Disney World, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Sea World, Busch Gardens, Cypress Gardens or Silver Springs.
If you're considering relocating to Central Florida, you can't beat the intimate small-town atmosphere and abundance of outdoor activities offered by charming Maitland, Florida.
