Beyond this, St. Augustine’s municipal archaeology program—established with a preservation ordinance in 1986—has documented artifacts spanning 4,000 years, from Native American settlements to Spanish and American periods
Modern St. Augustine: Heritage, Tourism, and Community Tensions
Over the decades, St. Augustine’s blend of history and charm earned recognition as one of the friendliest Southern towns and a magnet for culture-minded visitors As tourism boomed, the city balanced preservation with modern demand.
Recently, the rise of remote work has brought new residents: the share of teleworkers in St. Johns County jumped from 8.6% in 2018 to nearly 24% in 2023. This influx has driven up housing prices—raising concerns about affordability for essential workers shutdown123