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Reenactment Fort Mose

Fort Mose Historic State Park

Historic site of a free-slave settlement, preserving history and natural beauty

Hours

9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 365 days a year

Fees

No fee required

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Location

15 Fort Mose Trail
St. Augustine FL 32084

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Contact Info

904-823-2232

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Welcome to Fort Mose Historic State Park

Fort Mose Historic State Park is a 40-acre waterfront historic site.

The park offers picnic areas, observation and birding boardwalk, kayak launch boardwalk, a visitor center and museum.

Many educational opportunities are available, particularly for visitors interested in history or wildlife viewing. Enter the year 1738 on the self-guided Flight to Freedom Trail and discover how men, women and children risked their lives to secure freedom for themselves and their families. The trail is a lush woodland path with interpretive panels.

Those inclined toward history will enjoy the interactive museum that tells the complete story of the first legally sanctioned free African settlement in what would become the United States. Although there are no remains of the earth and wooden structures, visitors can view the land where the settlement once stood. 

Visitors interested in birding will enjoy ample viewing opportunities for species such as the great blue heron, bald eagle and white ibis.

Plan Your Visit

Michael Watkins
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Manager's Message

We offer a soothing getaway from the sun, whether indoors in the air-conditioned visitor center or outdoors under our gorgeous shade trees. The visitor center offers interactive displays that tell the story of the first legally sanctioned free African settlement.
Great Horned Owl on a tree branch staring at the camera
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Birding at Fort Mose

Explore the diverse birding opportunities at Fort Mose Historic State Park, and see one of the of the most important bird nesting/resting areas in Florida.
Fort Mose Militia firing their historic weapons in a demonstration
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First Saturday Monthly Militia Muster

Experience musket firing demonstrations as the Fort Mose Militia trains for battle. Park visitors can witness the weapon demonstrations, including musket firings.

Experiences

Birding
Birding
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Paddling
Paddling
Reunions and Gatherings
Reunions and Gatherings
Tours
Tours
Weddings
Weddings
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch
Historic Site
Historic Site
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Museum
Museum
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Water Fountain
Water Fountain
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible

Fort Mose Historic State Park Photo Gallery

Welcome Center at Fort Mose
Fort Mose Battle
Aerial
Visitors at Fort Mose
Exhibit at Fort Mose
Dock at Fort Mose
Fryer at Fort Mose
Visitors at Fort Mose
Fort Mose Militia firing their historic weapons in a demonstration
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History of Fort Mose

Tucked away in the marshes of St. Augustine, Fort Mose was a sanctuary for fugitive slaves seeking freedom.
Big Lagoon State Park Trail
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Trails at Florida State Parks

Whether by bicycle, horse, wheelchair, kayak or on your own two feet, trails both within and outside our state parks can lead to a wide variety of adventure and opportunity throughout Florida.

People Make the Parks

William McNaught

Staff Spotlight

Telling the history of Fort Mose is important to William. He loves to engage with visitors and educate them about the story of Fort Mose.
Fort Mose Historical Society, Inc.

Volunteer Spotlight

The Fort Mose Historical Society has won the 2023 Citizen Support Organization of the Year Award for Historical Resources.
Fort Mose Historical Society

Fort Mose Historical Society

Friends groups meet the critical needs of individual parks and the system of state parks. They share one thing in common – passion for parks.

This Park is Recognized by:

National Historic Landmark
Viva Florida 500
National Register of Historic Places
Florida Black Heritage Trail

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