African American Heritage Festival- Catfish in the Alley February 5, 2009

Celebrate Black History Month by joining a tour of the African-American Heritage of Columbus. Brochures available at the Welcome Center.

This event is held annually.

Friday morning join us for walking tours of Catfish Alley at 9am or 11am and learn about this historically significant business district.

Friday night at 5:00 p.m. on February 6th join us for "Catfish in the Alley"- featuring catfish and blues-Downtown Columbus in Catfish Alley. With entertainment by Muzik In Action and Simeon Weatherby. Cost for blues and catfish $4 for adults and $2 for children 3-10 years of age

Saturday morning there will be historic African-American driving tours leaving from the Tennessee Williams Welcome Center at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. and 1p.m., with stops at historic African-American sites.

The driving tours on Saturday are free but reservations are necessary. Call 662-329-1191 to reserve your seat.