St. Augustine, the nation's oldest city, also holds the distinction of being one of the nation's most charming. Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting the area for the first time, we've gathered all the resources you need to find where to stay, what to do and other community information about our unique little village.
Join the St Johns Cultural Council and the St Johns County Public Library for a 200th Anniversary Book Club discussion event of the book “Mr. Flagler’s St. Augustine”. ZOOM event - Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at 6:30pm. The book, a biography by Thomas Graham, is about one of America's wealthiest men who spared no expense [...]
Join Parks Naturalist Kelly Ussia for Ocean Resource Preservation Zoom Event on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, 3:30pm-4:30pm. Just how important are our oceans and the sea life that lives there? This talk is about the large expanse of our oceans and the benefits our ocean habitats provide. Also, how we can ensure our oceans will [...]
Be sure to watch The Tale Tellers of St. Augustine when they present a Zoom Storytelling Event on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 7:00pm. This free, Summer program of family fun asks "Are We There Yet?". Featuring six of the storytellers, they'll be relating the joys of traveling. Their true and personal stories of travel [...]
Washing Away History is a two-part virtual panel series on Fort Mose’s past, present, and future. The second panel, Washing Away History: Changing Tides at Fort Mose, is Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 5:30pm via Zoom. The discussion will explore past and present archaeological discoveries at the park and how environmental factors, in particular sea [...]
Join Kelly Ussia for this special Sharks! Zoom Event on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 3:30pm. Sharks are one of the most feared creatures of the sea, but what do you really know about them? Come learn about the shark species that frequent our waters, the unique adaptations these animals have, and the real facts [...]
Washing Away History is a two-part virtual panel series on Fort Mose's past, present, and future. The first panel, Washing Away History: Changing Tides at Fort Mose, is Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 5:30pm via Zoom. The discussion covers the historical and cultural significance of Fort Mose and the ways in which its' interpretation and [...]
Join Kelly Ussia for the History of Hurricanes in Florida Zoom event on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 -- 3:30pm-4:30pm. You'll learn the science behind the storm as well as how you can best be prepared for hurricane season. Click the event website link to register.
Join Parks Naturalist Kelly Ussia for Turtles of Florida Zoom Event on Tuesday, May 11, 2021. Turtles are unique reptiles that can occupy a multitude of habitats. Ever wonder about the turtles in the pond behind your house? Or the tortoise you saw walking around the park? Now's your chance to learn all about them. [...]
Join Parks Naturalist Kelly Ussia for a Florida's Wildflowers Zoom Event, "April Showers Bring May Flowers". Learn how to identify them and the wildlife that appreciates them. Tuesday, April 13, 2021 -- 3:30pm-4:30pm Registration is required by clicking the event website link!
The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum welcomes back visual artist Cyriaco Lopes and poet Terri Witek for The Keepers - Participatory Virtual Event on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 5:30pm. This free event is a collaboration with the St. Johns County Public Library, in conjunction with National Poetry Month. Registration is required in order to participate. Click [...]