Learn about Florida’s historical forts
Posted On: September 20, 2021
Learn about forts that now sit as relics to a bygone age in Florida history as author Zach Zachariah discusses his new book, “Florida Forts: On the Edge of Empire,” at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd.
The Spanish, English, French and Americans all built major fortifications to control the all-important strategic peninsula. Uncover the history of Florida through historic forts such as Fort Caroline, Fort Clinch, St. Augustine Castillo, Fort Pickens, Fort Christmas and many more.
Zacharias is senior curator of education and history at the Museum of Arts & Sciences in Daytona Beach.
This presentation is part of the free Lemonade Lectures series, which Volusia County sponsors. Light refreshments and lemonade will be served. Advance registration is requested, and guests are asked to wear a mask. To make a reservation, call 386-668-3840 or email lperez@volusia.org.
