Ed Blackman will share the history of Lake Helen from 1883 to 1922 with emphasis on early hotels and commerce in the immediate area of Lake Helen and Cassadaga, including the Harlan Hotel. He will present a personal project – an accurate digital reconstruction of the Harlan. Ed studied Design at the Pratt Institute in New York and worked for many years as an architectural illustrator in South Florida. He also designed the addition to Hopkins Hall in Lake Helen, and is an accomplished watercolor artist.

 Lunch will include a Publix’s Deli Ringleader sandwiches – Roast Beef, Turkey, and a Vegetarian option. Preordering is not required; participants will make their sandwich choices along with chips, fruit, dessert and water at the event. Cost is $15.

Conrad Educational & Research Center, 137 W Michigan Avenue, DeLand.

Admission is $15.