City of Jacksonville

2015 Ferry Fest

October 10, 2015

The 4th Annual Ferry Fest was held on Saturday, October 10, 2015.  Events included free passage on the Ferry, the Inaugural Timucuan Treasure Quest, and dedication of a marker honoring the French Huguenot colonists of La Caroline (Fort Caroline).   

 

The Jean Ribault is named for the renowned French explorer.

 

Council Member Bill Gulliford with area resident Una Orr.

Andrew Jackson High School Marching Band 

Coast Guard Color Guard

 

Council Member John Crescimbeni speaking to the audience during the dedication of the marker honoring the French Huguenot colonists of La Caroline (Fort Caroline). 

 

Council President Greg Anderson speaking to the audience during the dedication of the marker honoring the French Huguenot colonists of La Caroline (Fort Caroline).  

 

Council Member John Crescimbeni thanking Lyn Corley for her work coordinating the placement of the marker honoring the French Huguenot colonists of La Caroline (Fort Caroline).

 

Lyn Corley carries the wreath to be placed during the dedication ceremony for the marker honoring the French Huguenot colonists of La Caroline (Fort Caroline).

 

Council Member Reggie Brown speaks with Historical Society Director Emily Lisska.

Council President Greg Anderson (center) and his wife Beville speaking with Rep. Lake Ray.

 

Sons of the American Revolution 

Rep. Lake Ray prepares to lay a wreath in honor of the colonists of La Caroline (Fort Caroline).

Council Member Reggie Brown lays a wreath in honor of the soldiers killed at Fort Matanzas on September 29, 1565.

Sons of the American Revolution 

Council Member Al Ferraro and his wife Amy with Council President Greg Anderson and his wife Beville.

 

 

Cheerleaders from Jean Ribault High School.