Jubilee: Festival of Heritage

Celebrating the rich cultural heritage and entrepreneurial spirit of a local family, the annual Jubilee: Festival of Heritage is held annually in August on the grounds of the historic Mann-Simons Site. Jubilee features a variety of activities including hands-on demonstrations from some of the region’s most skilled artists and craftsmen, musical entertainment including African drumming, R&B, jazz, and gospel, and vendors with African-influenced and traditional merchandise. Highlights of the festival also include tours of the Mann-Simons Site, African-American heritage sites tours, and many other activities throughout the day. Learn more about this FREE event, including Vendor and Poster Contest details by visiting our calendar of events. Members of the media may view and download high-resolution event photos on our Flickr account.