Take the National Park Service’s ferry to Rattlesnake Island and experience daily military life at Fort Matanzas – the 18th century Spanish fort that guarded the southern approach to St. Augustine. From 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., authentically clad re-enactors will demonstrate Spanish muskets and cannons at the fort. Admission is free. Fort Matanzas National Monument is located on A1A at the south end of Anastasia Island approximately 15 miles south of St. Augustine.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Admission: Free. Call 904.471.0116 for more information, or click here to visit the website.
Juneteenth Celebration at Telfair – Savannah, GA
This series of programs celebrates African-American history, heritage and culture in remembrance of Juneteenth. The week includes a lecture and workshop, walking tours, an evening performance and a Family Day at the Owens-Thomas House. Free admission courtesy of the City of Savannah. Juneteenth Celebration
Presented by the Telfair Museum of Art.
June 9, 6-8pm
Workshop: African American Genealogy
Dr. Barnetta McGhee White
2nd African Baptist Church, 123 Houston St.
Dr. White is an acclaimed lecturer, genealogist, and author of numerous articles and publications on the subjects related to African-American genealogical research.
Cannon Demonstration – Charleston, SC
Fears that Fortified Charles Towne – Cannon Demonstration
During the early years of the settlement, the Charles Towne colonists faced several threats, especially from their primary enemy and colonial rival, the Spanish. The Spanish fleet at St. Augustine, Florida was within three days travel of the fledgling English colony. Charles Towne, “here settled in the very chaps of the Spaniard,” was a direct challenge to the claim of this disputed land. Following a review of Charles Towne’s fortifications and defenses, the program will culminate with the Charles Towne Militia living history team’s demonstration of 17th century artillery. [display_podcast]
Event Hours: 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
www.charlestowne.org
The Landscape of Slavery – Charleston, SC
The Landscape of Slavery:
Tour and Landscape Walk at Drayton Hall
In association with The Gibbes Museum of Arts’s exhibit entitled The Landscape of Slavery: The Plantation in American Art, this in-depth guided tour will explore existing landscape features, archaeological sites, maps, and documents, to reveal the actual landscape of slavery as it existed centuries ago.
Annual Tour of Homes – Tybee Island, Georgia
Get great Tybee Island beach views from some of the most beautiful homes on Tybee Island Georgia. All proceeds will benefit Hope House. Tickets can be purchased in advance at Gallery by the Sea, The Atlantic Beacon Gallery, and Irene Sullivan Gallery. Ticket price includes luncheon at St. Michael’s.
June 7th, 2008
10a.m. – 4 p.m. rain or shine
$25.00 advance purchase; $30.00 day of show
For more information, please contact Vivian Dubuc – 912-786-7704