It’s harvest time in Clarkesville, but not the kind you’re accustomed to. On Saturday, Oct. 28, the city will host a History Harvest as part of its continuing bicentennial year celebration.
Community members are invited to bring old photographs and artifacts with them to share. A videographer will be on hand to capture oral histories. The city will “harvest” these stories and items in digital format. Curators will then upload them to an educational website the public can use for free to learn about Clarkesville’s history.
A tapestry of tales
Tales of local legends, family histories, and personal experiences are welcome. The History Harvest will also feature insightful talks from local historians and authors about the area’s history and heritage.
Professors at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln came up with the History Harvest concept. Clarkesville Main Street adopted the idea to bring this first-of-its-kind event to Habersham.
“We believe that our community’s 200 years of rich history is a tapestry woven from the stories and memories of its residents,” says Clarkesville Mayor Barrie Aycock. “The History Harvest is an opportunity for us to come together and preserve those memories, ensuring they continue to enrich the lives of future generations.”
A day full of events
Clarkesville Main Street will host the History Harvest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mauldin House and Gardens at 458 Jefferson Street.
Guests can enjoy live music throughout the day. Bluegrass bands and mountain music singers will perform, as well as the Yonah Pickers Dulcimer group. There will also be hay rides, food trucks, and prizes.
Local artisans will demonstrate crafts such as woodworking, painting, jewelry making, and quilting. And there will be artistic crafts for children too.
The Mauldin House, Mrs. Maggie’s Millinery and hat collection, and the Big Holly cabin will be open for tours during the event.
