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Oct 22, 2020/

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When you’re visiting the Nation’s Oldest City, you’re bound to hear a few ghost stories. Here, we’ll give you a rundown of the history of some of our historic cemeteries plus a tale or two of people you may encounter on your nightly stroll.

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15 Historic Tours of St. Augustine

May 14, 2020/

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If you’re looking for unique experiences on Florida's Historic Coast, look no further than these historic tours of St. Augustine. From culinary adventures and pet-friendly walking tours, to living history and a tactile journey through the city’s art, you’re never far from fun things to do in St. Augustine.

Public Art in St. Augustine

Apr 03, 2020/

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One of the best, and most easily missed, aspects of Florida’s Historic Coast is its stunning public art. From symbols of protest and revolution to gardens designed to relax and inspire, the sculptures you’ll find showcase the rich history and cultural influences in St. John’s County. Learn the stories behind the art.

Celtic Heritage in St. Augustine

Feb 25, 2020/

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Every March, people from all over the world don their tartans and come to America’s oldest city to reconnect, celebrate and learn about their Celtic heritage. Here are 7 ways to show off your Celtic pride when the St. Augustine Celtic Festival is done.

6 of St. Augustine’s Best-Photographed Views

Dec 06, 2019/

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Was it really a vacation if you don’t come home with more photos than you know what to do with? The nation’s oldest city in St. Augustine, Florida has 450 years of architectural wonders and historic streetscapes to explore.

Bringing Colonial St. Augustine to Life

Nov 22, 2019/

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Join us for Colonial Night Watch - An event where Spanish, British, French, and Native American reenactors and historians bring Colonial St. Augustine to life with remarkable reenactments, authentic period costumes, and traditional crafts.

Illuminating 400 Years of Maritime Heritage and Mysteries:

Sep 19, 2019/

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Explore the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum.

Preserving African American History: Meet Floyd Philips

Feb 24, 2018/

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Floyd Philips is president of the Lincolnville Museum in St. Augustine, Florida. Formerly a Miami resident in the insurance industry, Floyd relocated to St. Augustine because of its history, and wanted to be a part of preserving it.

Historical Tour Guide Cliff Shields

Oct 22, 2017/

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Cliff Shields is a historical tour guide and reenactor with Tour St. Augustine, who portrays Henry Flagler, a railroad magnate of the Gilded Age.

Barbara Vickers – Social Justice Activist and Artist

Aug 29, 2016/

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Barbara Vickers is a pillar of the African American community and an integral force in the Civil Rights movement of the 60s. At age 93, she is still a voice for social justice today.

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