Presenting the Past to the Present for the Future
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"
In conjunction with some local Constitution Day celebrations, this day will be focused on Castillo's Revolutionary War history. Brush off your Redcoats, East Florida Ranger kits, or any other Fort St. Mark-appropriate British attire for the day. Cannon firing demonstrations will be provided by the Royal Navy. NOTE TO REMEMBER: If you are bringing a … Continue reading "Constitution Day Celebration at the Castillo"
Friday evening, the Historic Florida Militia joins the National Park Service presenting “Enemy at the Gates.” This special presentation with a very limited amount of tickets to be sold, takes visitors in small groups through various vignettes representing historical events during the siege of 1740 in St. Augustine. In the past stations have included: Oglethorpe … Continue reading "Enemy at the Gates"