Spanish Colonial Educational Program – 1565-1763

The Spanish settled St. Augustine on September 8, 1565.
It was a military outpost that included three standing fortifications by the 1740’s. They were the Castillo de San Marcos on the east, Fort Matanzas to the south, and Fort Mose to the north.

This program could include any of the following topics during your visit:

• Spanish leaders and explorers
• Discovery of the new world
• Occupation of St Augustine
• What they were looking for
• Spanish response to Frenck occupation
• Architecture
• Agriculture
• Guard duty
• Lifestyles
• Craftsman

On Site Activities:

• Candle dipping
• Rope making
• Colonial games
• Corn grinding
• Woodworking
• Smashing shells for tabby
• Weaving
• Fence Building

Testimonials:

“It was really cool to touch everything. My favorite was smashing the oyster shells!”
– Sarah, student – Orlando, FL

“The program really brought my lessons in school to life. Old Florida Museum brought my lessons to a whole new level. I always make this a mandatory stop for my class when we come to St Augustine for our field trip”
– Mrs. L, teacher – Palm Beach, FL