The School of the 16th Century is an event designed to tell both the public and the aspiring re-enactor everything they wanted to know about the 16th century. For the visiting public it is an opportunity to learn how to fire a crossbow, fire a musket or even a cannon. It also presents the opportunity to learn about clothing, cooking, and other skills in use in the 16th century.
This year the School of the 16th Century will be more important than ever, given the expected influx of visitors to help St. Augustine celebrate the 450th anniversary of its founding by Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles.
The event is free of charge in the encampment area ONLY. Admission to the rest of Fountain of Youth Grounds is via paid admission. The entrance to the encampment area only is via the side gate located just behind the Five Flags Cafe.