2 St. George Street
Located on the edge of the city limits across the street from the Castillo de San Marcos, 2 St. George Street contains over one hundred different archaeological features ranging in date from the late 17th century to the 19th century. During the excavations a barracks-like structure, trash pits, and a few wells were discovered. This structure was likely used to house workers who constructed the Castillo de San Marcos between 1672 and 1695.
During November and December of 1702, the English governor of Carolina, James Moore, laid siege to St. Augustine. The area was most likely used during the siege. James barricaded the entire city in the Castillo de San Marcos. Archaeologists discovered remains of a trench above the encampment and artifacts including musket balls, gun parts, and cannon balls all dating to the 1700s.
The property has been heavily used since the late 17th century. In the center of the area, wells, ditches, trash pits, and privies were found. One well was found near the city gates. This well could have been used as a watering hole for travelers entering and leaving the city. Today, the land holds a plaza with several stores in it, but below lays lies over 200 years of St. Augustine history.
Researched, written, and narrated by University of West Florida Public History Student Kelcie Lloyd
