THE GOVERNMENT NEWS DESKPERMANENT NPS STORY ARCHIVE
Organized by publication date and destination. Each story retains its permanent State & Nation address and official NPS source.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument invites the public to attend a volunteer fair on Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Waterworks, 184 San Marco Ave.
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The National Park Service has selected Angelita Alvino as the new superintendent of Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments. Alvino has served as superintendent of the national parks of St. Croix for nearly five years and brings more than 25 years of NPS experience. She started her official role as superintendent on Aug. 23.
Official NPS sourceOn July 27, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument will begin mobilizing for construction to replace, raise and rehabilitate the park’s failing seawalls and protect the historic fort and the broader St. Augustine community. Visitor access to the historic fort will be maintained throughout this project, which is expected to take approximately 18 months. Some areas on the fort grounds will be closed to ensure public safety during construction.
Official NPS sourceOn July 4, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and the city of St. Augustine will close vehicle access to the main visitor parking for the Florida Freedom Tour and Independence Day events.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos issues “Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)” for the project to Raise and Rehabilitate the Fort’s Seawalls
Official NPS sourceThe National Park Service (NPS) is planning a multimillion- dollar project to raise and rehabilitate the failing seawalls at Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. Funded by the 2023 Disaster Supplement bill, this project aims to repair damage from storms and enhance resiliency to create an optimal visitor experience and improve safety while minimizing potential impacts on natural and cultural resources.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos National Monument joins a growing number of tourism and recreation-related organizations in northeast Florida to be awarded the Certified Autism Center™ designation by The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).
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Due to construction, park sidewalks will be closed at the Fort Alley crosswalk.
Official NPS sourceHoliday Open House at Castillo de San Marcos National Monument Scheduled for Saturday, December 14. Events to include cannon firing demonstrations and performances by the US Navy Band Southeast.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos National Monument will return to normal operations on Saturday, October 12, 2024, following Hurricane Helene. Fort Matanzas National Monument will reopen, with restrictions, on Saturday, as well.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments will be CLOSED starting Monday, October 7, 2024, in anticipation of severe weather and potential impacts from Hurricane Milton.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos National Monument will REOPEN to the public on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Fort Matanzas National Monument will REOPEN with Restrictions on Saturday, September 28, 2024.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments will be CLOSED starting Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in anticipation of severe weather and potential impacts from Tropical Storm Helene.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos National Monument is planning a multimillion-dollar project to raise and rehabilitate the failing seawalls around the fort. The NPS is inviting public comment on this project from September 17 to October 15, 2024. A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos National Monument is is planning a multimillion-dollar project to raise and rehabilitate the failing seawalls around the fort. The NPS is inviting public comment on this project from June 17 to July 17, 2024. A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
Official NPS sourceIn honor of Native American Heritage Month, join the National Park Service and partners for special FREE events November 15th and 16th, 2023.
Official NPS sourceCastillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments will be CLOSED starting Tuesday, August 29, 2023, in anticipation of severe weather and potential impacts from Tropical Storm Idalia.
Official NPS sourceIf you would like to provide comments on this proposal, please e-mail comments to CASA_RESERVATIONS@nps.gov no later than October 1, 2023. The National Park Service at Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments is proposing a $1 reservation fee for after-hours special events, including the popular Castillo by Candlelight and Fort Matanzas Torchlight Tours. This $1 reservation fee is necessary to allow for on-line reservations for these programs and to ensure space is available for all with reservations.
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