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Butler Beach was the only beach between Jacksonville and Daytona that Black people were allowed to enjoy. This images, circa 1950, shows a group of young girls posing happily. (Image courtesy of Florida Memory)

The Birthplace of African American History

Historian David Nolan explains the importance of St. Augustine’s African American heritage. ... Read More

A detailed map of the city of St. Augustine, Florida, circa 1885.

Visiting Black History Museums

To answer your question: “Where can I learn about Black History in St. Augustine?”... Read More

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Friday, May 10th, 2024

The stained-glass windows and chandelier in the First Congregation Sons of Israel in St. Augustine.

St. Augustine History Fest Special Tours, 2024

Wednesday, May 8 - Sunday, May 12, 2024 | Times and Locations Vary

Special spaces offer tours during one week in May.

The Government House will be featured as part of the St. Augustine History Festival.

St. Augustine History Fest Events, 2024

Wednesday, May 8 - Sunday, May 12, 2024 | Times and Locations Vary

St. Augustine hosts the third annual history festival in May of 2024.

A portrait of Louisa Fatio above a historical fireplace at the Ximenez Fatio House Museum in St Augustine FL

Dressing Louisa: A Lifetime of Fashion

Thursday, Apr. 25 - Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fashion from the 1800s is highlighted by showing clothing from a prior resident.

Saturday, May 11th, 2024

A portrait of Louisa Fatio above a historical fireplace at the Ximenez Fatio House Museum in St Augustine FL

Dressing Louisa: A Lifetime of Fashion

Thursday, Apr. 25 - Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fashion from the 1800s is highlighted by showing clothing from a prior resident.

The stained-glass windows and chandelier in the First Congregation Sons of Israel in St. Augustine.

St. Augustine History Fest Special Tours, 2024

Wednesday, May 8 - Sunday, May 12, 2024 | Times and Locations Vary

Special spaces offer tours during one week in May.

The Government House will be featured as part of the St. Augustine History Festival.

St. Augustine History Fest Events, 2024

Wednesday, May 8 - Sunday, May 12, 2024 | Times and Locations Vary

St. Augustine hosts the third annual history festival in May of 2024.

Sunday, May 12th, 2024

The stained-glass windows and chandelier in the First Congregation Sons of Israel in St. Augustine.

St. Augustine History Fest Special Tours, 2024

Wednesday, May 8 - Sunday, May 12, 2024 | Times and Locations Vary

Special spaces offer tours during one week in May.

The Government House will be featured as part of the St. Augustine History Festival.

St. Augustine History Fest Events, 2024

Wednesday, May 8 - Sunday, May 12, 2024 | Times and Locations Vary

St. Augustine hosts the third annual history festival in May of 2024.

Monday, May 13th, 2024

A portrait of Louisa Fatio above a historical fireplace at the Ximenez Fatio House Museum in St Augustine FL

Dressing Louisa: A Lifetime of Fashion

Thursday, Apr. 25 - Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fashion from the 1800s is highlighted by showing clothing from a prior resident.

Tuesday, May 14th, 2024

A portrait of Louisa Fatio above a historical fireplace at the Ximenez Fatio House Museum in St Augustine FL

Dressing Louisa: A Lifetime of Fashion

Thursday, Apr. 25 - Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fashion from the 1800s is highlighted by showing clothing from a prior resident.

Wednesday, May 15th, 2024

A portrait of Louisa Fatio above a historical fireplace at the Ximenez Fatio House Museum in St Augustine FL

Dressing Louisa: A Lifetime of Fashion

Thursday, Apr. 25 - Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fashion from the 1800s is highlighted by showing clothing from a prior resident.