Fort Caroline National Memorial

Fort Caroline National Memorial commemorates a 1564 French expedition led by René Goulaine de Laudonnière seeking establishing a colony in what is now Jacksonville, Florida. It highlights early European attempts at colonization in North America and the interactions with Indigenous peoples. The memorial features reconstructed fort structures, exhibits, and scenic views along the St. Johns River, providing educational insight into this historic venture and its significance in American history. Managed by the National Park Service, it offers visitors a chance to learn about the complex history of exploration, settlement, and cultural encounters in the southeastern United States.