Jubilee: Festival of Heritage

Celebrating the rich cultural heritage and entrepreneurial spirit of a local family, the annual Jubilee: Festival of Heritage will be held on August 27, 2011 at the grounds of the historic Mann-Simons site. Jubilee features a variety of activities including hands-on demonstrations from some of the region’s most skilled artists and craftsmen, musical entertainment including African drumming, R&B, jazz, and gospel, and vendors with African-influenced and traditional merchandise. Highlights of the festival also include tours of the Mann-Simons Cottage, African-American heritage sites tours, and many other activities throughout the day. Learn more about this FREE event, including Vendor and Poster Contest details here.