Historic St. Augustine Area Council: Preserving the Past, Preparing for the Future - America's 250th Celebration

Description

Join Payson Tilden, executive director of the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, for a look at how St. Augustine is preparing for America’s 250th anniversary.

Discover how one of the city’s most historic sites is preserving its past while helping shape the future of this national milestone. Tilden will share insights on upcoming plans, storytelling, and St. Augustine’s unique role in America’s history as this once-in-a-generation celebration approaches.

Featured speaker

Payson Tilden | Executive Director | Ximenez-Fatio House Museum

Payson Tilden is a fourth-generation native Floridian and a graduate of the University of Florida. After spending 10 years living in France, she returned to the United States and built a career as an energy conservation project director with community action agencies in Virginia and Michigan, and later with JEA, Jacksonville’s municipal utility. Shortly after retiring from JEA in 2020, she stepped into what was meant to be a “temporary” role as director of the museum. Five years later, she continues to share her passion and deep knowledge, helping bring the history of our nation’s oldest city to life for visitors from around the world.

About the Historic St. Augustine Area Council

The Historic St. Augustine Area Council of the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce serves as the unified voice for businesses in Historic Downtown. The council advocates for the unique needs of the area’s business community while fostering collaboration, supporting economic growth, and promoting the preservation of St. Augustine’s rich heritage. Through resources, connections, and shared initiatives, the council helps strengthen business success in one of the nation’s most iconic destinations.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold Sponsor - $250

• Recognition as Gold Sponsor of 1 session
• 2 complimentary seats
• Opportunity to offer promotional items/information to attendees
• Opportunity to address attendees and promote company (3 minutes)
• Post-event, receive a list of attendees with email addresses
• Name/logo recognition in promotional emails
• Logo and link on chamber website

Silver Sponsor - $100

• Available exclusively to Entrepreneur and Business Builder members
• Recognition as Silver Sponsor of 1 session
• 2 complimentary seats
• Opportunity to address attendees and promote company (3 minutes)
• Name/logo recognition in promotional emails
• Logo and link on chamber website