Summer Nights Lecture Series: Keith Hill
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesBlacksmithing Keith Hill, Blacksmith & Bladesmith, Forged in Fire Champion Keith Hill is History Channel’s Forge in the Fire AND Knife or Death champion. He single handedly made 2000 nails and hardware for the blacksmith shop that is on site today and oversaw construction of the shop with the Dinkens team. Hear stories of his […]
Summer Nights Lecture Series: Mindy Lighthipe
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesArt within Invasive Vegetation: Studying the Lifecycle of the Air Potato Beetle Mindy Lighthipe, Nature illustrator and Adjunct Assistant Professor UF College of the Arts Mindy educates and inspires people through her art which focuses on the interconnection of plants, insects, birds and mammals. Her goal is to record the earth’s species in the 21st […]
Summer Nights Lecture Series: Dr. Bruce McFadden
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesPrehistoric Waters of Florida Dr. Bruce MacFadden, FL Museum of Natural UF/TESI From beautiful coastal ecosystems, to rivers, lakes, and springs, water is part of Florida’s identity and fundamental to life. This talk will tell the story of Florida’s marine and freshwaters over the past 50 million years using evidence from fossils. Bruce MacFadden is […]
Summer Nights Lecture Series: Mark Bailey
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesFlorida Native & Edible Plants Mark Bailey, UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Agent Mark is a University of Florida faculty member with degrees in Entomology, Plant Protection, and Pest Management. He serves Marion County as an extension agent and is responsible for sustainable agriculture and food systems. He has more than ten years of university extension […]
Summer Nights Lecture Series: Dr. Colin Parkman
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesMusket Balls & Methodology: Experiments to Study Conflict Archaeology Colin Parkman, Research Associate, Battlefield & Conflict Specialist How does one become an expert in conflict from hundreds of years ago? Join Dr. Parkman, a research associate for Gulf Research Archaeology Institute, to discover the intricate field of what is known as battlefield archaeology. You'll learn […]
Historic Homesteading: Crochet for Beginners
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesHistoric Homesteading Class: Crochet for Beginners $20 per class | 10 A.M. – Noon | Ages 18+ Click here to view schedule and register.
Wildlife Wednesdays: Bugs & Spiders
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesJoin the Ocala Park Rangers every week for Wildlife Wednesdays. Each week discover different native animals and explore their unique Florida habitats.
Wildlife Wednesdays: Frogs & Toads
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesJoin the Ocala Park Rangers every week for Wildlife Wednesdays. Each week discover different native animals and explore their unique Florida habitats.
Tyke Hike: Mushrooms & Moss
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesFree | Ages 2 - 4 | 9 - 10 AM Tykes will go on weekly mini adventures around the city while exploring nature and learning about our beautiful city parks. We have monthly themes and weekly topics so there's always something new to learn. Come make new friends and join us for an adventure.
Cast Iron Cooking Class
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 East Fort King St., Ocala, United StatesHistoric Homesteading Class: Cast Iron Cooking! Take a step back in time and learn how to cook over an open fire. Cast iron cooking classes teach tips and tricks to make tasty meals and how to care for your cast iron skillets. $20 per class | 4 P.M. – 6 P.M. | Ages 18+ Click […]
