Join us on March 21 at 11:00 AM in the courtyard of the beautiful Ximenez-Fatio House Museum for a pottery class, led by Laura Jo Ceramics! Participants will create three trinket plates featuring delicate lace impressions modeled after antique lace from the museum’s collection.This experience is open to ages 13 and up. Participants under 18 […]
Join us for our third free lecture series titled “We Floridians Could Have Been British If It Weren’t for the Spanish!” led by Tom Hand, Americana Corner & Jeff Jore, History Professor, Flagler College. Expert speakers will share fresh perspectives on the Revolution, highlighting the diverse ethnic and cultural groups who had been living in […]
Join us for the first of our lecture series, led by Greg Holbrook & Dr. Darien Andreu, focused on "1777 Flight To Freedom for the Minorcans of New Smyrna" Expert speakers will share fresh perspectives on the Revolution, highlighting the diverse ethnic and cultural groups who had been living in Florida for over two centuries […]
oin us for an afternoon of free live music in the courtyard of the Ximenez-Fatio House (20 Aviles Street) on Saturday, April 4th from 4:00–5:00 PM. Enjoy a special performance by Benton Roark, whose music blends Southern folk, Americana, and haunting storytelling. "There is a weight to Benton Roark’s music that feels both new and […]
The Ximenez-Fatio House Museum is proud to be participating in the upcoming UF History Festival!The UF History Festival, created by UFHSA (University of Florida Historic St. Augustine, Inc.), is dedicated to generating excitement about the history of America’s oldest city. With over 30 special events and historic sites, the festival will showcase St. Augustine’s long […]
The Ximenez-Fatio House Museum is thrilled to participate again this year in the UF History Festival! Join Hannah Rose, our Administrative and Membership Coordinator, on Saturday, May 9th at 2 PM for a FREE talk about the enterprising ladies of our historic house. Step inside our 228+ year-old museum and discover how the diverse cultures […]
Join us for the last of our lecture series,led by Chuck Meide, LAMP, and Jay Smith of Lighthouse Marketing Director. This lecture will be focused on "British Loyalists and American Patriots in St. Augustine". Speakers will share fresh perspectives on the Revolution, highlighting the diverse ethnic and cultural groups who had been living in Florida […]
Join us in the courtyard of our 228+ year-old historic house for a Colonial Cooking Demonstration hosted by Charmin Russel! This special demonstration will take place in our courtyard, located in the heart of downtown St. Augustine, and will highlight 19th-century cuisine similar to the dishes once served on […]
Summer Night Market: July 3rd, 2026: Join us at the Ximenez-Fatio House on Friday, July 3, 2026, for our Summer Night Market. This special First Friday event will feature live […]
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum is joining the nationwide America250 commemoration with a special, one-day offer. On Saturday, July 4, 2026, visitors can enjoy self-guided […]
On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was first read aloud in public. On July 8, 2026 at 5:30 you’re invited to mark this historic moment at the Ximenez-Fatio […]
Celebrate Spanish Heritage Month on the oldest street in the oldest city! Enjoy live music, flamenco dancers, sword dueling, art, history, boutique shopping, and delicious food all in the vibrant […]
The Ximenez Fatio House Museum on Aviles Street in St. Augustine is honored to have been chosen by the Jessie Ball duPont Foundation for a Match program to take place ONLINE between Nov. 1, and Dec. 31, 2025. We are in the middle of a very special preservation program to prepare our 227-year-old museum for our nation’s celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.