B&W circa 1890 Three young Black children smile and pose in front of the Castillo de San Marcos. The middle child has his arms around his two friends, also male.

Black History

The "Ancient City" has played a pivotal role in the nation's story. Since 1565, millions of African-descended people have walked these streets. From the militiamen of Fort Mose to local and visiting civil rights activists, each individual shaped St. Augustine's story.

Confederate troops occupy Fort Marion (now Castillo de San Marcos). The White citizens of St. Augustine were generally supportive of this change of government, excep...

Twelve years after the original settlment was destroyed, Fort Mose is rebuilt near the site of the original community. Many African-descended residents are ordered t...

Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose was the first legally sanctioned free Black community in the United States. It became the northernmost point of Defense for the S...