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Cathedral Basilica of St . Augustine 38 Cathedral Pl ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.824.2806 www . thefirstparish . org This Spanish Colonial Renaissance cathedral was built in 1797 and then reconstructed in the late 1880s . It symbolizes the nation ’ s oldest diocese .
Grace Methodist Church 8 Carrera St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.829.8272 www . gracestaugustine . org This historic church was built by Henry Flagler from 1886 to 1887 ; it was added to the U . S . National Register of Historic Places in 1979 . Open daily for tours .
Huguenot Cemetery Corner of Orange St . and Avenida Menendez , St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.829.6451 www . memorialpcusa . org / about / our-campus Municipal cemetery established in 1821 for the burial of yellow-fever victims and non-Catholics . Recently restored with developed tours for visitors .
Memorial Presbyterian Church 32 Sevilla St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.829.6451 www . memorialpcusa . org Built in 1889 by Henry M . Flagler as a memorial to his daughter , it ’ s also his burial place . Copper dome , marble floors and stained-glass windows make the church one of Florida ’ s most spectacular .
Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission of Nombre de Dios 101 San Marco Ave ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.824.2809 https :// missionandshrine . org Site of the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in present-day United States where the first Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1565 . Home to the first parish and the oldest Marian Shrine in America . Also , home to the 209-foot Great Cross , the second tallest in the Western Hemisphere .
St . Augustine National Cemetery 104 Marine St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.766.5222 www . cem . va . gov Florida ’ s oldest national military cemetery . Burials date to 1763 ; it was used for fallen soldiers during the Second Seminole War . It ’ s one of only 10 national cemeteries that displays an illuminated flag 24 hours a day .
The St . Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine 41 St . George St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.829.8205 https :// stphotios . com Dedicated to the first Greek settlers who came as indentured servants in the 1700s . The magnificent Orthodox Chapel is filled with Byzantine-style frescoes ; also take a tour of the historic museum .
Tolomato Cemetery 14 Cordova St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 www . tolomatocemetery . com One of the oldest cemeteries in St . Augustine , it was originally a burial place for Christian Indians in the 1700s . It was a popular Spanish cemetery throughout much of the city ’ s history .
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Trinity Parish 215 St . George St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.824.2876 www . trinitysta . org The parish of Trinity , St . Augustine was founded in 1821 . It ’ s the oldest Protestant church in Florida with some of the oldest and most beautiful stained glass windows in the Episcopal Diocese of Florida .
CULTURAL & PERFORMING ARTS
The Art House 3920 A1A South , # 8 , St . Augustine , FL 32080 904.814.5650 www . 904arthouse . com The Art House is a studio space that gives customers the opportunity to explore creative outlets in a fun , convenient way . Options include wheel throwing , clay hand building , drawing , watercolor and acrylic painting . Classes , workshops , private lessons , team building events and custom events are available in addition to pottery painting options .
Crisp-Ellert Art Museum 48 Sevilla St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 www . flagler . edu / ceam Crisp-Ellert Art Museum is a venue for fostering knowledge and a deep appreciation of contemporary art . As an educational resource for the college and community , it exhibits regional , national and international artists , and provides opportunities for critical engagement and exposure to a variety of exhibitions and personal interactions with visiting artists .
EMMA Concert Association 14 Granada St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.797.2800 www . emmaconcerts . com This all-volunteer , non-profit organization produces an eight-month concert season of 13 performances in partnership with Flagler College . The performances include internationally renowned musicians , orchestras and ballets and are held at the newly renovated Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College .
First Coast Cultural Center 6000B Sawgrass Village Cir . Ponte Vedra Beach , FL 32082 www . firstcoastculturalcenter . org First Coast Cultural Center is the place in the community to create , understand and experience the arts . They accomplish this through exhibitions of local , regional and national artists in a variety of media ; through exciting events for the community ; and through quality arts classes , lectures and workshops .
Limelight Theatre 11 Old Mission Ave ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.825.1164 www . limelight-theatre . org Professional quality theatre in a beautiful intimate theatre . Plays , musicals and children ’ s theatre featured year-round . With a eight-show season and several special feature shows throughout the year , there is something for everyone .
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Ovico Gallery 2802 N 5th St ., Ste 4 , St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.789.2039 www . ovicogallery . com Ovico Gallery is an African Contemporary Gallery featuring original works of a renowned , awardwinning artist - Chike Onuorah . Ovico is in-depth story-telling encapsulated in unique art expressions . Ovico Gallery awakens interest in artworks particularly from the African continent . It educates on the artistry and communicates to art lovers from all over the world . Ovico Gallery presents the manifestation of the dream to showcase the excellence and uniqueness of contemporary African art to the world .
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall 1050 A1A North , Ponte Vedra Beach , FL 32082 904.209.0367 www . pvconcerthall . com Ponte Vedra Concert Hall is an intimate concert venue , hosting over 120 events each year . It ’ s also available to rent for private events .
Professional Artists of St . Augustine
( PAStA ) 214 Charlotte St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.824.0251 www . pastagalleryart . com 2023 winner of The Best of Florida Regional Art Gallery , and finalist in the Best of St . Augustine Choice Awards . The gallery ’ s mission is to showcase local and regional art and to educate and encourage area artists .
Romanza-St . Augustine , Inc . www . romanzastaugustine . org Romanza presents the world-class Celtic Music and Heritage Festival , the “ Original ” St . Patrick Parade , and Romanza Festivale of Music and The Arts .
St . Augustine Amphitheatre 1340C A1A South , St . Augustine , FL 32080 904.209.0367 www . theamp . com The Amphitheatre is Florida ’ s premier outdoor concert venue , located near historic downtown on 16 acres of beautiful maritime hammock .
St . Augustine Art Association 22 Marine St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.824.2310 www . staaa . org Located in the Historic District , the Art Association has promoted the visual arts in St . Augustine since 1924 . Visit the gallery for monthly exhibits , First Friday Art Walks , and the annual Plein Air Paint out in April .
Third Space Improv 200 Malaga St ., Ste . 7 , St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.342.7299 www . 3rdspaceimprov . com Third Space Improv is a creative community space offering a five-level improv school for grown-ups , performance events , improv shows , team building and training for organizations , summer camps for kids , and unscripted experiences for all ages . Two blocks from the historic district , Third Space Improv is mobility-friendly and has free parking .