Lincolnville Historic District is one of St. Augustine's most important neighborhoods and one of the best places for visitors to understand the city beyond its colonial image. Founded in 1866 by formerly enslaved people, Lincolnville became a center of African American life, culture, education, worship, business, music, and civil rights history. Located southwest of the central downtown area, Lincolnville is close to the Plaza de la Constitución, Flagler College, and the historic district, yet it has its own identity and story. Visitors who take time to explore Lincolnville gain a deeper understanding of St. Augustine as a living community shaped by many generations of residents. The neighborhood is especially important because of its role in the Civil Rights Movement. During the 1960s, Lincolnville served as an organizing base for local activists challenging segregation in St. Augustine. Dr. Robert B. Hayling and others worked from this area. These local efforts helped influence the national movement and contributed to the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Several important sites are located in or near Lincolnville. The Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center, housed in the former Excelsior High School, provides essential context for the neighborhood's history. The ACCORD Civil Rights Museum, located in Dr. Hayling's former dental office, tells the story of the St. Augustine movement. St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church and Dr. Robert B. Hayling Freedom Park add