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Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Discover Culture Around Every Corner on Florida’s Historic Coast Visual Arts From modern galleries to exclusive exhibits to the design of historic cathedrals, the visual arts offers an endless feast for the eyes and the imagination. The area’s arts scene dates back to the 19th century, and the spirit of expressive freedom and arts appreciation continues today. Visitors to Florida’s Historic Coast can explore art, culture and heritage—all centered on the diverse groups of people who have lived here over its 450year history. Performing Arts Professional theater and concerts by world-renowned artists can be experienced at intimate settings like the Limelight Theatre, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall and at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, recognized as one of the top 10 amphitheaters in the world. Literary Arts Florida has long been a haven for authors, poets and writers and Florida’s Historic Coast is no exception. Literary events, book festivals, readings, workshops and more honor the history of the written word, and you’re invited to explore them all. The gallery scene Festivals From photography and arts and crafts to seafood and sunsets, there’s a specific festival for whatever you love. Living History Do more than see history—live it. Re-enactments, celebrations and interactive activities put you right in the middle of centuries of history. Dedicated historians and re-enactors give you a glimpse of life from every era of the coast’s colorful past. Many Cultures Timucuan. Spanish. French. British. African. Minorcan. Florida’s Historic Coast has been home to an especially diverse array of peoples—and they’ve all left their mark here. You can experience the story of all these cultures through architecture, food, music, art, archaeology and more. PHOTOS: FLORIDAHISTORICCOAST.COM The Menéndez procession, honoring the city’s founder Re-living St. Augustine history SJVCB_141200_ARTS_CULTURE.indd 17 Explore arts, culture and heritage events and create your cultural journey at www.historiccoastculture.com. FloridasHistoricCoast.com 17 12/19/14 10:41:24 AM