Upcoming Events at the Apalachicola Maritime Museum

Events Calendar

Maritime Archaeology in Northwest Florida

Friday, August 17 at 7 pm
A lecture by Jason Burns, Maritime Project Manager at Southeastern Archaeological Research, Inc.
Burns is a US Navy veteran with two professional book publications. In 2003, he became the first underwater
archaeologist hired by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, where he created a statewide
program for underwater archaeology. His professional career has focused on submerged cultural resources
management and public education. To be followed by a shrimp boil on the docks. Free.

Saturday, September 1
Franklin County residents can enjoy free trips and free museum admission on this special locals appreciation
day. Choose from the three excursions below. Pre-registration is required by calling
653-2500. Pack a picnic and bring your Franklin County driver's license or other proof of residency. Please
arrive 20-30 minutes before departure time.
St. Vincent Island: 8:00 a.m. - noon
Educational Estuary Cruise: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m
Kayak rentals from the docks, all day

The Turpentine and Naval Stores Industry in North Florida

Saturday, September 1 at 7 pm
Barbara Hines, Outreach Coordinator for the Florida Public Archaeology Network, will be presenting on the
turpentine and naval stores industry in North Florida, including Apalachicola’s importance to this industry.
Hines is a Registered Professional Archaeologist who specializes in historic archaeology, 19th and early 20th
century. Her interests include the turpentine and lumber industry, specifically focusing on the social aspects
of "camp life." Join us for a low country boil on the docks after the lecture. Free.

The wreck of Queen Anne’s Revenge, flagship of Blackbeard the Pirate

Saturday, September 22 at 7 pm
Franklin Price, of the Bureau of Archaeological Research, will talk about his work on the wreck of Blackbeard
the Pirate’s vessel on the North Carolina coast. His experience in underwater archaeology includes both
maritime and inundated prehistoric projects. He coordinates public outreach, dive operations, and manages
the State's Underwater Archaeological Preserve program. Join us for a social event on the docks after the
lecture. Suggested donation $5.

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