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SUMMARY:St. Johns County Parks & Rec - Historic Butler Beach
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nMay 6\, 2025\, from 9:00a.m. to 10:00p.m.\, we will be strolling Historic Butler Beach with Megan Wright of the St. Johns County Parks and Rec Department.\n   \nPut your toes in the sand as St. Johns County Parks & Recreation Guide Megan Wright discusses the significance of Historic Butler Beach during the Civil Rights era.\nWhen: May 6\nWhere: 5860 A1A South (South A1A on Anastasia Island)\nTime: 9:00a.m. – 10:00a.m.\nRanger Megan Wright offers a glimpse into African-American history and American race relations in America’s Oldest City on a topic that didn’t happen that long ago!\nFrank B. Butler named it Butler Beach and opened it to African-Americans. It became the only stretch of beach between Daytona Beach and American Beach\, north of Jacksonville\, where African-Americans were allowed to enjoy the sand and the sea. Under its namesake’s direction\, Butler Beach continued to develop. \nHistory:  \n\n\n\nIn the early 1900s\, Frank B. Butler\, a young Black man\, moved to St. Augustine and settled in Lincolnville.\nIn 1927\, Butler purchased oceanfront property on Anastasia Island after becoming frustrated with Florida’s “whites only” beaches.\nIn 1964\, Butler Beach became a focal point of segregation as St. Augustine became a Civil Rights headline.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nVisitors can access Butler Beach through Frank B. Butler County Park.\nThe Mary Street Beach ramp takes drivers to the beach for a fee.\nUnpaved Gloria Avenue has free parking before the pay station.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities: swimming\, sunbathing\, and biking.  \n\n\n\nBeach features: Dog friendly\, as long as the dog is leashed at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/city-st-augustine/
LOCATION:Butler Beach\, St. Johns County\, 5860 Minnie Street\, St. Augustine Beach\, FL\, 32080\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fort Matanzas National Monument
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nIf you’ve never been to Fort Matanzas\, you’re missing one of St. Augustine’s most significant historic sites. For a full description of this Special Event\, continue scrolling after viewing the fun photos.\n \nFree Ferry Rides to Fort Matanzas and Much More!\nMay 6 and 7 (2026) – Ferry to Fort Matanzas\nClimb aboard the FREE passenger ferry and sail away into St. Augustine history. Trips last 45-55 minutes and include a ranger-guided tour of Fort Matanzas. Boarding passes are issued on a first come\, first served basis at the Fort Matanzas Visitor Center.\nDepartures are at 9:30AM\, 10:30AM\, 11:30AM\, 12:30PM\, 1:30PM\, 2:30PM\, and 3:30PM\, weather and staffing permitting.\nPass holders must be present when boarding begins 5 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Parking is extremely limited; carpooling is recommended. Before or after your tour\, get lost in Florida’s natural history on the Marsh Trail or Nature Trail. Questions? Please call 904-829-6506.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/dr-timothy-johnson-discusses-sacred-space-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Governor's House Cultural Center and Museum
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\nUniversity of Florida Historic St. Augustine Presents the Grand Opening of our Newest Exhibit for 2026 St. Augustine History Festival\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/st-augustine-in-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Governor’s House Cultural Center and Museum\, 48 King Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T173000
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SUMMARY:St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nPlease join Archon Carl Hollister on Wednesday\, May 6\, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.\, for an evening of historical discussion\, wine\, and hors d’oeuvres\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/saint-photios-greek-shrine/
LOCATION:St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine\, 41 St. George Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Father Miguel O'Reilly House Museum and Gardens
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URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/father-miguel-oreilly-house-museum-4/
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SUMMARY:UF/Institute of Food and Agriculture Sciences\, Extension
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe team from UF/Institute of Food and Agriculture Sciences\, Extension\, will be at the Riberia Yard on St. George Street on Thursday\, May 7\, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\nThe Line-up looks fantastic!\n\n\nSt. Johns County Beekeepers – Bees\n\n\nSt. Johns County Horse Council – Horse\n\n\nUF/IFAS Extension – Vegetables\n\n\nUF/IFAS Extension – Small Ruminants\n\n\nUF/IFAS Extension – Poultry\n\n\nUF/IFAS Extension 4-H Club – Companion Animals (Rabbits)\n\n\nSART – State Agricultural Response Team\n\n\nSt. Johns County Animal Control\n\n\nFlorida Forestry Service – St. Johns County\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/uf-institute-of-food-and-agriculture-sciences/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Governor's House Cultural Center and Museum
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nProfessional archaeologists and volunteers at the Governor’s House Museum and Cultural Center will be sorting and discussing archaeological materials discovered at the Fountain of Youth Park Site on the north side of town. This site was the location of a Timucuan Indian village as well as the original Spanish settlement in Saint Augustine dating to 1565-66. In addition\, a variety of Native American and early Spanish Colonial artifacts will be on display alongside the sorting\, as well as books and information about Florida Indigenous people and life in the Spanish Colonial period.\n \nIf you are looking for a fun History Festival experience\, join us Thursday\, May 7\, from 10:00a.m.~4:00p.m.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/fort-mose-historical-society-4-2/
LOCATION:Governor’s House Cultural Center and Museum\, 48 King Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Flagler College
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Flagler College at the Gamache Theater on May 7\, from 2:30 – 3:30\, at the Ringhaver Student Center to view our new documentary\n“Preserving the Ponce”\nBeth Sweeney\, Director of External and Government Relations Communication\, and a guest from the documentary film\, will lead a Q/A after the 30 minute film. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/preserving-the-ponce-documentary/
LOCATION:Ringhaver Student Center\, Flagler College\, 50 Sevilla\, Saint Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000
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SUMMARY:National Shrine of Our Lady of la Leche
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSpecial Event!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/a-discussion-by-dr-denise-bossy/
LOCATION:National Shrine of Our Lady la Leche\, 101 San Marco Ave\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
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SUMMARY:St. Augustine Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us as we celebrate the 2026 Herschel Shepard Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation\, Thursday\, May 7\, from 5:30p.m.-7:30p.m.\nThe St. Augustine Historical Society is proud to announce that Gordon J. “Gordie” Wilson has been selected as the 2026 recipient of the Herschel Shepard Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation. This distinguished honor recognizes individuals whose vision\, leadership\, and lifelong dedication have made an extraordinary impact on the preservation of St. Augustine’s historical legacy. \nFor more than three decades\, Gordie Wilson has served as Superintendent of the Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments\, two of the most iconic and significant historic sites in the United States. Under his stewardship\, millions of dollars were directed toward preservation projects\, including stabilization of the Castillo’s terreplein\, conservation of historic cannons\, and planning for the protection of the Castillo seawall. His leadership ensured that both the oldest masonry fort in the continental U.S. and Fort Matanzas’ 18th-century Spanish watchtower were preserved for the future. \nWilson’s career with the National Park Service spans more than 45 years\, during which he championed strategic preservation planning\, community partnerships\, and nationally recognized preservation initiatives. He established cooperative agreements with the University of Florida\, Florida National Guard\, and local organizations\, fostered collaborations with Tribal Historic Preservation Offices\, and ensured that preservation efforts reflected both historical integrity and cultural respect. \nBeyond his federal service\, Wilson’s contributions to St. Augustine’s civic life have been equally significant. He served as President of the St. Augustine Historical Society’s Board of Trustees\, chaired the Presidio Commission\, and served for over a decade on the City of St. Augustine Historic Preservation Advisory Committee. He was also appointed to the Congressionally authorized St. Augustine 450th Commemoration Commission. Through these roles\, he has worked tirelessly to safeguard and interpret St. Augustine’s historic fabric. \nThe Herschel Shepard Award\, established by the St. Augustine Historical Society\, honors the legacy of architect Herschel E. Shepard\, whose career exemplifies the highest standards of scholarship\, advocacy\, and preservation practice. \nIn the spirit of Shepard’s legacy\, Gordie Wilson’s extraordinary career reflects the very essence of this award—visionary leadership\, technical expertise\, and deep commitment to protecting St. Augustine’s historic resources. \nThe St. Augustine Historical Society congratulates Gordie Wilson on this well-deserved recognition and thanks him for his enduring service to the preservation of America’s oldest city.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/dr-christina-miller-uf-school-of-medicine-colonial-medical-practices/
LOCATION:St. Augustine Historical Society/Oldest House\, 14 St. Francis Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Father Miguel O'Reilly House Museum and Gardens
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URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/father-miguel-oreilly-house-museum-4-2/
LOCATION:Father Miguel O’Reilly House Museum\, 32 Aviles St.\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T170000
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SUMMARY:St. Augustine Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDr. Christine Miller\, DPM\, Ph.D.\, CWP\, FACCWA\, MCSFS\n“Medical Professions in the Spanish Colonies” \nFriday\, May 8\, from 2:00-3:00 p.m.\nFor those who think that living in days-gone-by sounds romantic and adventurous\, you may want to give that another thought – modern medical practices are going to sound pretty good after hearing Dr. Miller’s insight on procedures and understandings in the pre-sterilization era of medicine where science and medicinal folklore are constantly at odds!\n\n  \nFor part two of our Double Feature\, stay with us for another wonderful talk:\n“The Historical Drama of Governor Tonyn”\nFriday\, May 8\, 2025\, at 4 pm at the Dunham Map Gallery at the Oldest House Museum Complex\nSpeaker: Nicole Diehm\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/dr-christina-miller-uf-school-of-medicine-colonial-medical-practices-2/
LOCATION:St. Augustine Historical Society/Oldest House\, 14 St. Francis Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
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SUMMARY:Florida National Guard Historic Barracks/Museum
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nMay 9\, 9:00 a.m.\, 2026 History Festival Tour!\nJoin Command Historian Alison Simpson of the Florida National Guard for a guided tour of the historic St. Francis Barracks and grounds. This one-hour tour features the early history of the property as a Franciscan headquarters\, its use as a U.S. Army installation during the 19th century\, the history of Florida’s military. This tour is free of charge.\nThe Florida National Guard is the nation’s oldest militia\, established by Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles in 1565 (photo circa1880s)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/florida-national-guard-historic-barracks-museum/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
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SUMMARY:City of St. Augustine
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe first prisoners of war during the American Revolution were captured in Virginia and sent directly to St. Augustine. Why?\nWe know of the 3 signers of the Declaration of Independence who were incarcerated here\, but what of the other 2\,000 soldiers and sailors who sat out the war\, either imprisoned or on parole.\nCome hear Dr. Roger Smith discuss this little-understood topic of Americans held prisoner in British St. Augustine from 1775-1781.\nSt. Augustine History Festival \nThe St. Augustine History Festival was created and conceived by UFHSA (University of Florida Historic St. Augustine\, Inc.) for the purpose of generating excitement about the history of America’s oldest city. From May 6 – 10\, 2026\, the festival will showcase every era of St. Augustine’s long and storied past at over 30 Special Events and Historic Venues. \nHistoric Waterworks Building \nThe building was completed in 1898 as the first St. Augustine Waterworks Pumping Station and a rare example of a brick masonry structure in St. Augustine. Following its decommissioning in 1927\, the building was adapted to a community center\, which served the St. Augustine Art Association\, the Little Theatre\, and Camp Fire Girls from 1928 until 1964. From 1964 until 2005\, the building housed the St. Augustine Garden Club. In 2013\, the building was designated as a Local Historical Landmark\, and in 2014\, the building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Beginning in 2015\, preservation efforts by the City removed non-historic additions and alterations\, and resulted in the restoration of original finishes and features. Grant funds from the Florida Division of Historical Resources contributed to the effort\, along with countless hours of dedicated work by architects\, construction crews\, craftspeople\, and City staff\, and the building was reopened. In 2022\, the St. Johns Cultural Council signed a lease to become the new tenants and breathe fresh life and activity into the building that they market as The Waterworks. \nFor a complete schedule and more information about the St. Augustine History Festival\, visit www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com.  For more information about the workshop and open house\, visit www.CityStAug.com/PreservationResources. \nQuestions about the workshop may be directed to the City of St. Augustine Historic Preservation Division by emailing harb@citystaug.com or contact Julie Courtney\, City of St. Augustine Historic Preservation Officer\, at 904.209.4283. \nFor media inquiries\, contact Melissa Wissel\, Communications Director\, at 904.293.3307 or via email at mwissel@citystaug.com. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/roger-smith-discussion/
LOCATION:The Waterworks Building\, 184 San Marco\, St. Augustine\, 32084\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20260318T170048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T033602Z
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SUMMARY:The Castillo de San Marcos
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJuly 4th is the 250th anniversary of our nation’s birth. Join us at the Castillo de San Marcos May 9 & 10 to learn more about our unique British Period. It’s a part of Revolutionary War history you’ve never heard!\nSee you at the Fort!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”18964″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nAdmission Fees: Adults (age 16 and above) $15.00. Children (age 15 and under) are admitted free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult. America the Beautiful Passes are accepted. For more information\, call 904-829-6506.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/the-castillo-de-san-marcos/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20250328T185330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T144346Z
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SUMMARY:Peña-Peck House
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDon’t Miss This!\nSaturday\, May 9\, 10:00 a.m.\, and again at 11:00 a.m. (there is a fee for this tour)\nThere will also be a fun Family Scavenger Hunt\, appropriate for ages 3-11\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/pena-peck-house-2/
LOCATION:Peña-Peck House Historic Gardens\, 143 St. George St.\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20220415T123710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T124244Z
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SUMMARY:St. Augustine National Cemetery Tour and Discussion.
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSt. Francis Barracks Post Cemetery\nPlease note that this year’s tour begins at St. Francis Barracks right after Alison Simpson’s Florida National Guard tour – do the tours back-to-back!\nJoin Amy Larner Giroux of the University of Central Florida indoors at St. Francis Barracks for a brief presentation on the history of the St. Francis Barrack’s Post Cemetery followed by a guided tour of St. Augustine National Cemetery grounds.\n\nThis tour is free of charge and will last approximately one hour\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/dr-amy-larner-giroux-st-augustine-national-cemetery-tour-and-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20260101T060027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T032249Z
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SUMMARY:Duel on Aviles Street!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Duel on Aviles Street is one of the most popular events during the St. Augustine History Festival. These folks go all out to give attendees a great show – and every year it’s always a little different!\nJoin us for this thrilling display of colonial intrigue and firearms on Saturday\, May 9\, at 1:00 p.m.\nAs a special bonus\, the staff at the Spanish Military Hospital invites you to join us for a FREE look Behind the Scenes from 11:00 ~ 12:30\, prior to the Dual on Aviles.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/duel-on-aviles-street/
LOCATION:Spanish Military Hospital\, 3 Aviles Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Spanish Military Hospital 3 Aviles Street St. Augustine FL 32084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Aviles Street:geo:-81.3115958,29.8919293
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20230321T123046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T130702Z
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SUMMARY:Tolomato Cemetery Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe 2026 St. Augustine History Festival is more than academic talks and demonstrations. Historic Tolomato Cemetery will host a scavenger hunt within the cemetery grounds on Saturday\, May 9\, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It will be a great afternoon of good old-fashioned family fun as you search for clues to help you solve the puzzle of the hunt.\nTolomato Cemetery is one of the most historic locations in St. Augustine. It was in use as a cemetery from the 18th century until 1884. This beautiful space is the last resting place of some 1\,000 St. Augustinians\, including many people important to the history of Florida and the United States.  It is a distillation of St Augustine history in less than one acre\, starting with the First Spanish Period\, when Tolomato was a Franciscan mission\, and going through its use as a cemetery during the British Period and the Second Spanish Period and then on through Florida’s Territorial and early Statehood periods.\nBurials include people from Spain\, Cuba\, Ireland\, Minorca\, Italy\, Greece\, Africa\, Haiti\, France\, and the American South and Northeast. Graves of soldiers from both sides of the Civil War\, and even the burial place of a man important in the history of Cuba\, who may one day be declared a saint\, Fr. Felix Varela\, rest here.  There is no place in St Augustine that is a richer concentration of our city’s long history.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/tolomato-cemetery-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Tolomato Cemetery\, 14 Cordova Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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GEO:29.8970256;-81.3150993
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tolomato Cemetery 14 Cordova Street St. Augustine FL 32084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=14 Cordova Street:geo:-81.3150993,29.8970256
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20250328T195239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T121329Z
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SUMMARY:Best-Richardson African Diaspora Literature & Cultural Museum
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URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/dr-timothy-johnson-discusses-sacred-space-2/
LOCATION:Best-Richardson African Diaspora Literature and Culture Museum\, 83 Washington Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Best-Richardson African Diaspora Literature and Culture Museum 83 Washington Street St. Augustine FL 32084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=83 Washington Street:geo:-81.3139313,29.8921835
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20250213T135637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T184045Z
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SUMMARY:Fort Mose Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDr. David Jamison will speak on the the history and  successful persistence from the historical perspective of maroon communities. Maroon is a term used by Europeans to describe Africans who successfully escaped from enslavement on plantations in European colonies. Many maroons established their own communities of freedom in defiance of efforts by Europeans to re-enslave community members. These communities often incorporated elements  of African and European cultures\, such as what we see at Fort Mose.\n  \nPlace: Fort Mose Historic State Park\nDate/Time: Saturday\, May 9\, at 2:00 p.m.\nAdmission is free\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/fort-mose-historical-society-2/
LOCATION:Fort Mose State Park and Museum\, 15 Fort Mose Trail\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fort Mose State Park and Museum 15 Fort Mose Trail St. Augustine FL 32084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15 Fort Mose Trail:geo:-81.3250231,29.9292303
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20250331T231355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192744Z
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SUMMARY:Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
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URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/florida-national-guard-historic-barracks-museum-2/
LOCATION:Ximenez-Fatio House Museum and Historic Garden\, 20 Aviles Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ximenez-Fatio House Museum and Historic Garden 20 Aviles Street St. Augustine FL 32084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=20 Aviles Street:geo:-81.3115636,29.8910192
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20220307T155832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T175546Z
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SUMMARY:Drake's Raid Reenactment
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nBeginning at 7:00 p.m.\, the armies of Spain and England will fight for possession of St. Augustine in this reenactment of Sir Francis Drake’s raid in 1586. This is an historic district-wide event\, beginning at the Governor’s House on the Plaza\, then continuing north to the Santa Domingo redoubt by the City Gates.\nThe English have won this battle every year for 440 years\, but maybe this is Spain’s year?\nCome Find Out!\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/drakes-raid-reenactment/
LOCATION:Governor’s House Cultural Center and Museum\, 48 King Street\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Governor’s House Cultural Center and Museum 48 King Street St. Augustine FL 32084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=48 King Street:geo:-81.3130986,29.8925812
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20250404T175041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T193518Z
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SUMMARY:Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nHow did the factual history of Ponce de Leon and the complete mythology of a fountain of youth become so indelibly entangled that 500 years later we still can’t mention one without thinking of the other? In his newest book\, Dr. Roger Smith dives into this historical quandary to address this and other treasures at the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park in St. Augustine\, FL. If you haven’t been in a while\, you will want to hear this talk!\nThis program will be available to guests as an in-park experience; therefore\, tickets for admission to the park will apply \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/fountain-of-youth/
LOCATION:Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park\, 11 Magnolia Avenue\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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GEO:29.9073266;-81.3157763
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park 11 Magnolia Avenue St. Augustine FL 32084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11 Magnolia Avenue:geo:-81.3157763,29.9073266
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095830
CREATED:20230308T144031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T142837Z
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SUMMARY:First Congregation Sons of Israel
DESCRIPTION:We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to congregation members Rene and Heather Naughton\, Suzanne and Dan Lichter\, Bob Blau\, and Rachel and Neal Hecker for their invaluable assistance during the St. Augustine History Festival.\n\n\n\nDuring these festivals\, we provided tours of our historic synagogue and cemetery\, hosted a book talk and signing\, and presented a “Best of Barbra Streisand” concert featuring the talented singer-songwriter Yael Zaza and guitarist Gabriel Hermida.\n\n\n\nWe extend our gratitude to the St. Augustine History Festival and Romanza St. Augustine for allowing us to participate in these extraordinary events. We look forward to joining again next year\, from May 6th to 10th\, 2026!
URL:https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/event/first-congregation-sons-of-isreal/
LOCATION:First Sons of Isreal Synagogue\, 161 Cordova St.\, St. Augustine\, 32084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=First Sons of Isreal Synagogue 161 Cordova St. St. Augustine 32084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=161 Cordova St.:geo:-81.3122307,29.8888005
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