Downtown Tuskegee Saturday, May 4, 2024
Theme: The Greatness of George Washington Carver
Downtown Tuskegee Saturday, May 4, 2024
Theme: The Greatness of George Washington Carver
Theme: The Greatness of George Washington Carver
Theme: The Greatness of George Washington Carver
The George Washington Carver Arts & Crafts Festival, celebrates the life and contributions of the famed scientist of Tuskegee (Institute) University.
The festival is in recognition of Dr. Carver's first love, art; this day-long festival encourages artistic expression by means of music, dance, paintings, sculpture, crafts, vendors and other family-oriented activities.
The parade, vendors, fun, entertainment, food and musical/stage entertainment all offer a festive atmosphere.
Thousands of festival goers gather on the historic downtown square of Tuskegee, AL. In fact, this festival is one of the top events in the State of Alabama and provides an array of activities.
Paxton Williams, Dr. Carver Impressionist, will be on hand for a live reflection on the life and times of Dr. Carver.
Dr. Carver's Life, Inventions, Creations & Developments
The Legacy of George Washington Carver *
List of products made from the sweet potato *
List of products made from the peanut *
Famous and familiar quotes of Dr. Carver
* Courtesy of Tuskegee University
Rev. William C. Lennard
Carver Festival Board Chairman
Robert L. “Bobby” Davis
Festival Steering Committee Chair
Dr. Elaine C. Harrington
Festival Secretary
Jacquelyn Carlisle
Ella Cowart
Jan Fountain
Annie Finney
Febreu Holston
Nathaniel Knight
Janet T. Sullen
David Banks
Dr. Elaine C. Harrington
Magdalene Patton
Leslie Trimble
Tuskegee, Al. 36087
George Washington Carver Festival
P. O. Box 1156
Tuskegee Institute, Al 36087