History on the Streets Saunter

Saturday evening May 19, 2018, the historic reenactment community (through a partnership between the Historic Florida Militia, the City of Saint Augustine and the St John’s Cultural Council) will be conducting another “History on the Streets” saunter along Saint George Street and the historic area here in Saint Augustine. These saunters are always a lot of fun for the public as well as the participants and this one is going to be even more special. Once again, historically clad re-enactors (actually historical interpreters) will walk around the city’s historic district in an effort to share the rich and diverse history we so love. But for this Saunter we will be assembling at the Saint Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine. Through the use of a “timeline saunter” the historians will speak with visitors and residents alike about Saint Augustine’s history dating back to its founding in 1565. The one-on-one personal contact is fun for the visitors, many of whom know that Saint Augustine is our nations oldest city but don’t know how we achieved that title.
Participants can wear historically accurate clothing depicting Saint Augustine’s history from the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries, commonly know as it’s Colonial Period. Historically accurate is the key. This allows the historical interpreters to explain to, and to show, the visitors to our town the difference between fact and fiction. We encourage the city’s guests to take photographs and ask questions. This event is free and open to the public.
Participants are asked to meet in the area of the Saint Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine located at 41 Saint George St prior to our regular saunter start time. We will saunter between the hours of 5:30pm to 8:30pm stopping for photos and discussions all throughout the historic district. Everyone is invited to watch but if you think you might like to join us in our saunter you must contact us either on Facebook by liking The St Augustine Garrison or The Historic Florida Militia and sending us a message or by sending an email to Ria at ribob2000@aol.com. We will gladly explain how you can participate. We are always looking for like minded folks who would love to share Saint Augustine’s history with the world.