Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation de Tours
unveiling of the Zirl Palmer pharmacy building at the corner of Chestnut and East Fifth Streets (old Catholic Action Center).
the building was constructed in 1962 by Dr. Zirl Palmer, a local black pharmacist and prominent community leader. Palmer, who was the first African American appointed to the University of Kentucky board of trustees, operated his pharmacy from this building for several years before relocating to the Georgetown Street Plaza. September 4 marks the 51st anniversary of the bombing of Zirl Palmer’s pharmacy on Georgetown Street (opened about five years after the East Fifth Street pharmacy).
the tour will continue to the intersection of East Fifth and Shropshire Avenue (a marker of the old Kentucky Association race track) and Shiloh Baptist Church, which housed a white congregation before Shiloh purchased the building in the 1960s.
Thank you to the Hampton Inn/Winchester Road for their support of the Festival. Please consider calling them if you plan to make hotel reservations. Don’t forget to thank them on behalf of the Roots and Heritage Festival!
Boxing Exhibitions, a Comedy Show, Plays/Musicals, and Poetry/ Book Readings are just a few of the select entertainment throughout the month long festival celebration. Our first annual festival featured many internationally renowned artists, including the legendary Alex Haley.
This years Live Entertainment includes:
Kidsfest
Join us Saturday September 10th from 11am to 4pm for an afternoon of exploring, fun and learning at KidsFest!
UpStage: Youth Talent Competition
Join us at Stage 2 Saturday August 12th from 3-6pm for a live showcase of diverse youth! Winner receives a special performance on Stage 1 before the directors address that night! DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 5, 2015! For more information you can contact Frank or Toni at stage2@rootsfestky.com.
As the modern health community grows, the Roots and Heritage Festival looks to provide well rounding health & wellness options for all ages. Our Health & Wellness Fair, Weight loss Challenge Kick-off & Beauty events provide cultural and healthful information.
The Annual Roots & Heritage Festival hosts events throughout the month of September and consist of a wide variety of fine art exhibits. Showcasing the best of African American art in the bluegrass, the festival features local and regional artists giving festivalgoer’s a chance to view and purchase African art.
