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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.
Before the silver screen took the world by storm, St. Augustine locals and visitors found entertainment in the performing arts. Read on to learn more about opera and theatre culture in the Nation's Oldest City!
Founded by the Spanish in 1565, St. Augustine’s food culture has a rich and diverse history — with Spanish, French, Italian, Greek, Minorcan, and other influences over the past 455 years.
St. Augustine is home to several award-winning craft breweries you won't want to pass up on your next trip to the Ancient City.
St. Augustine’s architecture and streets named after famous explorers provide daily evidence of the Spanish influence in America’s oldest city. When Spain sent its fleet, they also delivered the Roman Catholic tradition to the New World’s shores.
Local Author and Photographer Jennifer W. Jordan releases recipe book Veggin In St. Augustine, featuring vegetarian recipes from St. Augustine restaurants, food trucks, and bed & breakfasts.
Sharing a love of literature and good Southern food, this blog covers Zora Neale Hurston and Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings in St. Augustine.
Another St. Augustine first: CHOCOLATE! The first reference to chocolate in North America is from the Spanish ship Nuestra Senora del Rosario del Carmen, which arrived in St. Augustine, Florida with crates of chocolate in 1641.
Whenever you visit and whatever you do, you’re never far from live music in St. Augustine. Explore our list of concerts in St. Augustine before you plan your next trip and get a taste of the dynamic live music entertainment that makes our city so great.
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.