Saint Augustine Celebrates 460 Years as America's Oldest City

Saint Augustine, founded in 1565, remains the oldest continuously occupied European settlement in the United States. Spanish, British, and American rulers shaped the city across centuries, each leaving architectural and cultural marks that define it today.

The city's colonial fortifications and 18th-century buildings document its military and strategic importance. Saint Augustine also played a central role in the Civil Rights movement, adding another layer to its historical record.

Residents and visitors navigate these overlapping histories through the city's streets and structures, connecting to centuries of adaptation and survival.