OLD TOWN FERNANDINA

BICENTENNIAL DAY – APRIL 2, 2011

PLANNED EVENTS

Bicentennial Day will present the history and uniqueness of Old Fernandina as it grew, declined, and became transformed into the oldest part of today’s City of Fernandina Beach.

 

Visit: www.oldtownfernandina.org

Informative and Fun

 

Ø      Walking tours - learn of Old Fernandina’s extraordinary history with Amelia Island Museum of History docents.

Ø      Bosque Bello tours – meet costumed past residents of Old Fernandina courtesy of Amelia Island Genealogical Society.

Ø      Vignettes of History – learn of the tumultuous Second Spanish Period through the lives of then-residents including Felipa the Witch.

Ø      Home tours – Old Town residents welcome you into their living rooms and display the diversity of cottages and Captains’ homes.

Ø      Nature of Old Town walks – explore flora and fauna of woods and river’s edge with Florida State Park Master Naturalist

Ø      Archeological Exploration – join experts from Florida Public Archeological Network.

Ø      Authentic Spanish Music and Flamenco – talented musicians perform classical and contemporary Spanish music and dance.

Ø      Spanish Choral Works – Island Chamber Singers.

Ø      Fort-to-Fort 5K Family Fun. – run or walk from site of Fort San Carlos, through the State Park and along the old military road to Fort Clinch, Amelia Island Runners.

Registration Form – download, print, and mail in.

Ø      Pirates’ weapons display, Pirate School, and Treasure Hunt – courtesy of Fernandina Pirates.

Ø      Spanish Petanca – try your skill and join local enthusiasts, courtesy of Petanque America Inc.

Ø      Re-enactors on San Carlos Plaza.

Ø      River Race – Amelia Island Sailing Club

Ø      Free Parking off N.14th Street.

Ø      Free Trolley shuttle service from N 14th St and Franklin to and around Old Town from Amelia Island Trolleys.

Ø      Market Place - vendors

 

Note:    These events may be modified or withdrawn at any time.

 

 

Mrh 02/07/11