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Gullah Geechee Heritage in St. Johns County

Oct 13, 2022/

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In May 2022, St. Johns County received official designation as the southernmost point of the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor for its role in providing refuge for freedom seekers before the United States was founded.

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The First Real Thanksgiving: St. Augustine in 1565

Nov 24, 2020/

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Cemeteries of St. Augustine

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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Hastings: Florida’s Potato Capitol

Oct 19, 2020/

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It is no secret that Florida is best known for its citrus industry, but did you know St. Johns County is home to Florida's Potato Capitol? To honor the harvest season, this blog outlines the rich history of the town of Hastings as it was a key player in the agricultural development of Florida's east coast and continues to produce and manufacture crops for the state.

Tags: agriculture, florida, hastings, heritage, history

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