The Road to Freedom Runs Through St. Augustine

Recognizing Juneteenth and Black history on Florida’s Historic Coast St. Augustine, Fla. (June 4, 2025)—Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Black history on Florida’s Historic Coast® spans centuries—from the nation’s original Underground Railroad to the historic protests and sit-ins led by Black activists that helped pave the way for the […]
Explore Centuries of Black History on Florida’s Historic Coast

Immersive tours & informative lectures tell the story of African Americans in St. Augustine, Florida. From founding settlers to America’s first community of freed slaves to the Civil Rights Movement, African Americans have played a significant part in the multi-cultural heritage of Florida’s Historic Coast. The ACCORD Civil Rights Museum and the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center tell […]