Arcadia Mill Calendar of Events

See a Civil War encampment in action!

Life of a Soldier: Civil War Encampment Demo
Saturdays April 6, 13, & 20
10 am to 4 pm

On select Saturdays in April, a Civil War encampment will be set up at the Homestead located at 4755 Anna Simpson Road! This outdoor program is weather dependent. 

Programming

Join us for free and ticketed programming throughout the year

SPRING 2019

Florida's Flora: Nature Tour of Arcadia Mill
Saturdays in April at 10:30 a.m. & second Saturday of the month in May-August at 10:30 a.m.

Guests of all ages will learn about how native plants were used in the past on the Florida's Flora tour! The tour lasts approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour and takes place along the boardwalk and nature trails. Trail appropriate attire, bug spray, and sunscreen are recommended. Purchase tickets online or in the Visitor's Center!

Admiring the Hush Arbor
Saturday, May 18th at 4:30 p.m.
Arcadia Homestead at 4755 Anna Simpson Rd Milton, FL 32583

Join us for the second annual Hush Arbor public program that explores African-American religion and resistance during the antebellum period. In partnership with the Florida Public Archaeology Network, this program will include period music and stories from local experts, all framed by a traditional hush arbor. This free event is outdoors, limited seating will be available. 

FALL 2019

Sawmills & Skirmishes: Civil War Tour of Arcadia Mill

Join costumed guides on a historic boardwalk tour, Sawmills and Skirmishes, focusing on events at Arcadia Mill and the surrounding area. Tour is family-friendly and lasts approximately 45 minutes including hands-on activities. 

Arcadia Kids Crafts

Join us from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the newly expanded Arcadia Mill Classroom

Lectures

Join us for free lectures in the Arcadia Mill Classroom 

Thank you for joining us for Black History Month, check back for upcoming lectures!

Traveling Exhibits

Check out the Arcadia Classroom for traveling exhibits

Heritage Monitoring Scouts: Learn about how you can help monitor heritage at risk in Florida, courtesy of the Florida Public Archaeology Network. 

Archaeology 101: Milton High and the Scott Site: Learn about Milton High School's archaeology program, courtesy of the Florida Public Archaeology Network.