Freedom and Resistance: The Story of Maroon Communities
Saturday, May 9, 2026
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Admission
Overview
Explore the history and resilience of maroon communities during a presentation by Dr. David Jamison at Fort Mose Historic State Park. This program examines the lives of Africans who escaped enslavement and established independent communities across European colonies. Dr. Jamison highlights how these communities persisted, blending African and European cultural traditions—an enduring legacy reflected at Fort Mose. Admission is free and the program begins at 2 p.m. 15 Fort Mose Trl., St. Augustine. www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com
A 40-acre waterfront historic site, Fort Mose Historic State Park is the site of the first legally sanctioned free African settlement in what is now the United States. In 1738…