About
The Festival
The St. Augustine History Festival was created and conceived by UFHSA (University of Florida Historic St. Augustine, Inc.) for the purpose of generating excitement about the history of America’s oldest city. Our goal is to showcase every era of St. Augustine’s long and storied past through over 30 Special Events and Historic Sites listed below – from our founding in 1565 to the most advanced technology available in 2024 to research and study every year in-between. American history began here, and no one tells our story better than we do – come out and enjoy our city!
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Historic Sites
Castillo de San Marcos
Experience St. Augustine’s National Monument – the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States
St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
One of Florida's oldest continuously running attractions, since 1893.
Florida National Guard Historic Barracks/Museum
An insightful tour opportunity at the Nation's Oldest Militia/National Guard Unit
Fort Mose State Park and Museum
Fort Mose, America's First Free All-Black Community, established 1738
Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
Special History Festival Programs at America’s First Colony - Where Legend Meets History
St. Augustine Historical Society/Oldest House
Visit St. Augustine's Oldest House Museums Complex and Historical Gardens
St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum
Find Out What's Happening at the Lighthouse during St. Augustine History Festival
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Historic Houses of Worship
St. Cyprians Episcopal Church
A place where history is treasured and God's wisdom is sought for today.
Memorial Presbyterian Church
A thriving and multigenerational congregation that is committed to Christian unity amid diversity.
St. Paul A.M.E. Church
Founded in 1873, the St. Paul A.M.E. Church has fostered the resilient spirit of St. Augustine for generations
St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine
The Saint Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine is located in the historic Avero House at 41 St. George Street.
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Historic Gardens
Father Miguel O'Reilly House and Gardens
Fr. Miguel O'Reilly House - St. Augustine's Favorite Secret Garden!
Fountain of Youth Historic Gardens
Where Legend Meets History in the Oldest Gardens in St. Augustine
Nombre de Dios Historic Grounds and Gardens
Sharing the story of the graces of Mary for over 450 on the "Sacred Acre"
Spanish Military Hospital Apothecary Garden
Some gardens enlighten, while others radiate beauty - our gardens heal the sick!
UF: Resilient Florida Natives and Landscape Design
Talk to the experts about your landscaping ideas and learn their secrets!
Ximenez-Fatio House Gardens
These historic gardens go back to 1798, when herbs and aromatics were the perfect compliment to the city's finest boarding house
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Historic Cemeteries
First Congregation Sons of Israel Cemetery
The oldest Jewish cemetery in the state of Florida, established in 1840.
Pinehurst and San Sebastian Cemeteries
Come pay your respects to some of the oldest remaining African-American history in St. Augustine
A PBS Documentary
Secrets of the Dead:
The Secrets of Spanish Florida
Before Jamestown and Pocahontas – before Plymouth Rock and the Pilgrims – there was only St. Augustine, a culturally diverse colonial experiment born from dire necessities of imperial proportions in the eye of a storm. The University of Florida Historic St. Augustine, Inc. present this four-hour PBS documentary that identifies the beginnings of America’s true First Colony. Narrated by Jimmy Smits, you will see a story of early America that most people have no idea exists. This fascinating DVD is available for purchase at each of the St. Augustine History Festival’s participating venues.