Romanza: Tale Tellers with "Stories from Florida's Past"

Romanza Presents ...

On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., the Romanza Festivale presents five St. Augustine Tale Tellers, each relating tales about St. Augustine's history, at the St. Augustine Historical Research Library.

Tale Tellers Robin Mahonen, Drew Sappinton, David Fussell, Ted Miller, and Chip Kirkpatrick bring to life the people of early and colonial St. Augustine, relating tales few have heard.

Robin Mahonen, musician, poet, songwriter, and storyteller, is the Robin of the musical duo, Uncle Eddie and Robin. Robin will share stories through song. Expect to learn about music, obscure stories about St. Augustine, sailing adventures, archaeological finds, and much more.

Drew Sappington's interests and experiences range from swordfighting, psychology, and the history of St. Augustine. He's published articles and textbooks about psychology, and one book with little-known tales of St. Augustine's history.

From Jacksonville and now living in St. Augustine, David Fussell often portrays Florida's first civilian territorial governor, William Pope Duval, and shares tales of Florida's early days as a state.

Ted Miller, sailor, boater, and adventurer, focuses on stories that describe St. Augustine's history as a port, refuge, and target.

From Yulee, Chip Kirkpatrick's tales generally involve a bit (or more) of humor. He's a man of many hobbies, an author, and a history-lover. 

Admission: Free. To learn more, go here.

When: Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 p.m.

Where: The St. Augustine Historical Research Library, 6 Artillery Lane, St. Augustine, Florida 32084. This is off Aviles Street.

About Romanza Festivale

This event is part of the annual two-week Romanza Festivale of Music and the Arts, showcasing historical, cultural, and creative events celebrating all things St. Augustine. From May 2 - 18, 2025, the nation's oldest city will be jam-packed with music and dance concerts, living history events, historical tours, live theater, and art exhibits. To find out more about the two weeks of events, visit here.