Message from the Manager

HuManatee Celebration
Join us in welcoming back the manatees. This annual festival will be held on Saturday, May 15, from 10am - 4pm. Enjoy music, children's activities, food, arts & crafts, educational exhibits and more. Free admission.

Volunteers Needed to assist with the operation and/or maintenance of this historically and culturally significant park. A variety of opportunities exist, both inside the museum and on the grounds. Please contact the park office for more information.

During the past four centuries numerous New World travelers have staked their claim at historic San Marcos de Apalache.

Hours of Operation

The historic site is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday through Monday and closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

Driving Directions

San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park is located in St. Marks, off S.R. 363 on Old Fort Road.

Park Fees

The entrance fee to the Museum is $1.00 per person; children 6 years old and under are admitted free. There is no charge for entry to the park's grounds. Admission during the annual HuManatee Festival is free for everyone. For further information about this park, please call.

San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park 1022 Desoto Park Drive Tallahassee, Florida 32301 Phone: 850-922-6007 Fax: Contact Park for Number Park Manager: Charles (Wes) Smith