Fort Mose, Historic fort and state park in St. Augustine, United States.
Fort Mose Historic State Park spans 40 acres of waterfront land with marshes, walking trails, and an educational visitor center displaying colonial artifacts.
The Spanish governor established Fort Mose in 1738 as the first authorized settlement for free Africans who escaped from British colonies in the Carolinas.
The settlement integrated Spanish colonial practices with African traditions, creating a community where residents served in the militia and practiced Catholicism.
Visitors can explore the museum Thursday through Monday, use the kayak launch, observe wildlife from boardwalks, and participate in guided tours.
Archaeological excavations at Fort Mose continue to uncover items from the 1752-1764 period when African militia members defended Spanish Florida.
Location: St. Johns County
Inception: 1994
Website: https://floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/fort-mose-historic-state-park
GPS coordinates: 29.92778,-81.32528
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:07
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