Witness twilight time in colonial St. Augustine as soldiers guarding the town are dismissed for the night, and their replacements arrive to take over guarding Government House. The commander of the new watch puts the replacement soldiers through a rigorous drill before they take over their posts. The retiring soldiers are ordered to clear their weapons with the command of “Disparen!†The resounding blast of musket fire assures 18th century St. Augustine that the changing of the guard has taken place and the town is safe for the night.
Location: Plaza de la Constitucion- Government House
Hours: 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Carolina Rice Plantation – Charleston, South Carolina
Investigate colonial and antebellum rice cultivation technology and examine issues of American slavery while exploring features of former inland swamp rice plantations. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and under.
Caw Caw Interpretive Center
Sat Aug 11
10:00am-12:00pm
www.ccpr.com
Summer Wine Strolls at Middleton Place – Charleston, South Carolina
Each Wednesday, the wine tasting will take place in a different garden location at Middleton Place. Enjoy strolling through America’s oldest landscaped gardens while sampling a variety of summer wines. A Garden Interpreter will be on hand at each event to answer any questions about the garden’s history.
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Founder’s Day at Fort Pulaski
The National Park Service was established August 25, 1916, to manage the nation’s unique natural and cultural treasures. To help celebrate this 91st anniversary, activities at the historic fort will include musket drills, soldier talks and special presentation
912.786.5787
Fort Pulaski National Monument, U.S. Hwy 80 East
Sunset and Moonrise Tour at the lighthouse – St. Augustine, Florida
Be a guest of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and enjoy viewing the sunset and moonrise from the most unique perspective in all of St. Augustine! This special event includes a champagne toast, provided by San Sebastian Winery, atop the tower and an informative overview of the history of the St. Augustine Light Station.
St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum
81 Lighthouse Avenue
St. Augustine, FL 32080
904.829.0745
www.staugustinelighthouse.com
$23 for non-museum members and $18 for members, reservations are required