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Founder's Day Commemoration, Procession

Founders Day Commemoration

September 5, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Join us on September 5, 2020 for a Founder’s Day Commemoration of the 455th Anniversary of the founding of the City of St. Augustine by Pedro Menendez de Aviles.   Presented by Historic Florida Militia from 11:00am-2:00pm.

* 11:00am – cannon firing followed by Pedro Menendez with his Entourage (historically clad living history interpreters) marching through the front gates of the park.
* Flags and Musket Firings
* Ceremonial First Thanksgiving
* Remarks & Blessings
* Cake to celebrate the occasion

Current CDC protocols will be followed.

Regular park admission rates apply.   St. Johns County residents’ admission is half price with driver license or Florida issued state ID card.

Image used is from Historic Florida Militia’s website.

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Date:
September 5, 2020
Time:
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Website:
https://hfm.club/event/first-thanksgiving/

Venue

Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
11 Magnolia Avenue
St. Augustine, FL 32084 United States + Google Map
Website:
fountainofyouthflorida.com

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