2012 Georgia History Festival's Dignitaries' Coffee

February 10, 2012

Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:00 a.m.

Georgia Day begins with a coffee for dignitaries, sponsors, and special guests. The event features greetings from dignitaries, introductions of historical characters, and a continental breakfast. The Georgia Day Dignitaries' Coffee will also feature the unveiling of new plaques honoring the creators of named endowment funds at the Georgia Historical Society. Attendees are invited to join the Georgia Day Parade, which begins at the conclusion of the Coffee just steps away from the Georgia Historical Society at the north end of Forsyth Park.

The Library and Archives will be closed this day for Georgia History Festival events.

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2012 Georgia History Festival's Georgia Day Parade

February 10, 2012

Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:30 a.m.
Bull Street from Forsyth Park to City Hall, Savannah

Thousands of costumed local elementary school children march behind their hand-made banners in commemoration of Georgia’s founding in 1733.  A colorful parade of students, musicians, local dignitaries, and costumed characters is preceded by a military color guard and marching band. Beginning at Forsyth Park and continuing around all five squares of Bull Street, the procession culminates with a program in front of City Hall, where the mayor and other officials bring greetings and present awards for the annual Banner Competition. Free and open to the public. 

The Library and Archives will be closed this day for Georgia History Festival events.

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