Current Exhibits
Immerse yourself in over 450 years of history at the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center. Located in the heart of the Lincolnville Historic District, which was settled by freedmen in the wake of the Civil War, the LMCC tells the story of St. Augustine's black history stretching from the empires of West Africa and the early black presence in colonial Florida to the 20th century.
From the free and enslaved men and women of the Spanish colonial period to the steadfast activists of the Civil Rights era, explore how the contributions of black people shaped the state and the nation.
Lincolnville LifeWays
Take an intimate journey through the life and times of the Lincolnville neighborhood in the early 20th century. Join the Emancipation parade or perhaps step into the Odd Fellow’s Hall for a jazz show.
Defenders
Military conquest and the desire for enslaved workers forever altered the lives of West African peoples. Follow their journey across the Atlantic and throughout the Colonial period to discover how African people contributed to the early success of Florida.
Women Who Made A Difference
Explore the lives of local icons Barbara Vickers, Kat Twine, Debby McDade, Janie Young Price, and Mildred Larkins in an interactive digital exhibit.
Civil Rights History
In 1964, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. described St. Augustine as “The most lawless city he’s seen.” Learn about St. Augustine’s local activism and the impact it had on the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Financial Independence: Historic Black Businesses of St. Augustine
This exhibit will look at businesses beginning in the 17th century and going into the present day. This area has a rich history of independent Black entrepreneurs, whose contributions have helped make Lincolnville and St. Augustine what it is today, and is highlighted in the exhibit, opening Tuesday, September 19th, 2023.
Unearthed Treasures of Lincolnville
Unearthed Treasures of Lincolnville is an exhibit of discovery, of finding what is within the Lincolnville Museum’s archives. Beyond that, this exhibit solidifies Lincolnville’s importance as a national example of the Black experience in America. It is important to note that there were other Black communities besides Lincolnville, where families lived in West Augustine, Uptown, and many other places in town. St. Augustine has “the oldest black heritage of any continuous settlement in the United States," and Lincolnville is just one part of that heritage. All the items showcased here are a variety housed in the museum’s archives and on display in our exhibits. The items highlight three aspects of Lincolnville: its community spirit, the resilience and activism its residents showed, and the importance of education to its residents.