Presenting the Past to the Present for the Future
Encampment setup Thursday 5/9 10am to 8m and Friday, 5/10 before 10am. Public Days Friday, 5/10 and Saturday 5/11 10am to 5pm Drake’s Raid 5/11 6pm to 8pm beginning at the Governor’s House proceeding north on St. George St. to the Redoubt. Encampment breakdown 8am to 1pm
Together with the Diocese of St. Augustine, the Mission Nombre de Dios, and the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, the Historic Florida Militia will celebrate the Feast of St. James events commemorating the Camino Las Américas and the Alliance of Cathedrals on Thursday, July 25th starting at 6 p.m. The event begins with a procession … Continue reading "Feast of Saint James"
Encampment setup at the a Fountain of Youth Friday, 9/6 3pm to 5pm Rehearsal at Mission Nombre de Dios Friday, 5pm to 9pm Menendez Landing starts at the Mission Nombre de Dios Saturday, 9/7 9:30 am, followed by a Catholic Mass. After Mass a procession will proceed to the Fountain of Youth for a celebration … Continue reading "Founder’s Day"
Event by Hillsborough River State Park Preservation Society at the Fort Foster State Historic Site - Duration: 2 days Open to the public Step back to the 1830s and visit a soldier-led fort! After you explore the fort and locals, cross the river and see the Seminole Indian territory. Look for wares and goods, and … Continue reading "Fort Foster Days"
Pine Castle's Pioneer Days take place in the shadows of Fort Gatlin. The park, Cypress Grove, will host a variety of living history groups, including the Revolutionary War, Civil War, Cowboy Action Shooters, a craft fair, and a car show. Music and entertainment are scheduled throughout the day. Rangers can either day trip in on … Continue reading "Pine Castle Pioneer Days"
Encampment and living history will feature reenactors from multiple periods of U.S. Army history. The event makes 3 stops: (1) an encampment at the Oldest House from 10am - 12pm, (2) a ceremony and meet & greet at the Governor's House at noon, (3) additional programs at the Colonial Quarter immediately following the Governor's House, … Continue reading "U.S. Army 250th Anniversary Living History"