Free Holiday Open House at Castillo

Joseph Brehm has invited all Historic City News readers to attend the annual Castillo de San Marcos National Monument “Holiday Open House” on Saturday, December 13th, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.

Park Rangers and volunteers will bring the history of the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument to life at this free, community event.

Experience the Castillo after dark and mingle with the soldiers, sailors, marines, and civilians who have served within the Castillo’s walls.

This event highlights the Castillo’s history from the 16th through the 20th centuries.

A three gun cannon firing will signal the opening of the event at 6:00 p.m. Additional cannon demonstrations will follow at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.