America 250

As the nation comes together to celebrate America's 250th birthday, the Osceola Board of County Commissioners has announced the County's participation in year-long festivities to mark the momentous and patriotic occasion.

Now through the end of 2026, the Historic Courthouse has been festooned in red, white, and blue bunting, complete with energy-efficient LED lighting that reflects the same patriotic color scheme. Also, the balcony of the Historic Courthouse has been outfitted with the State of Florida's America 250 logo and the County's specialized logo for the occasion.

Completed in May 1890, the Historic Courthouse in downtown Kissimmee is a treasured architectural and civic landmark. Built in the Romanesque Revival style with characteristic red brick, round arches, and a prominent entrance tower, its third-floor courtroom remains active as part of Florida's Ninth Judicial Circuit, earning its designation as the oldest Florida courthouse in continuous use for court purposes.

Recognized for its architectural and historical significance, the building was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1977 and remains a focal point of downtown Kissimmee’s skyline, making the Historic Courthouse a meaningful community treasure for reflecting on our nation’s history, the legacy of our Founding Fathers, and the celebration of America’s semiquincentennial.