Bicentennial Weekend Spectacular November 9 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Join us at the Parkview at Cascades for full day of commemorating and celebrating our community's rich history and culture. Get ready for presentations, delicious food, live music, entertainers of all ages, and a heritage walk at the park. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the important contributions that shape our shared history. It will be a great day of networking and coming together as a community to enjoy the first day of Bicentennial festivities that will be an unforgettable experience! Registration and Check-in / 8:00 am-9:00 am Opening General Session / 9:00 am-9:30 am 200 Years of Civil Rights Champions /9:30 am-10:15 am The Florida State University's Civil Rights Institute will lead an inspiring presentation of a travel exhibit reflecting on the struggles, triumphs, and progress made during the last two centuries, recognizing 40 individuals of different backgrounds, who have made significant contributions to the civil rights movement in Tallahassee-Leon County and across the state. Tracing Your Ancestral Roots /10:25 am-11:10 am Genealogical experts from the Tallahassee Genealogical Society, the African American Genealogical Society, and the Tallahassee-Leon County Geographic Information Systems Department will host a panel discussion to provide strategies for preserving and perpetuating ancestral records and tracing family histories using enhanced research opportunities. Exploring Native American Legacies / 11:20 am-12:05 pm An Apalachee Native American Chief and a Muscogee Nation of Florida representative will discuss the rich tapestry of indigenous Native American roots, while offering insight into the historic significance of the lineages. Luncheon Presentation: Celebrating 200 Years of Hispanic Heritage in Leon County / 12:15 pm-1:15 pm A delicious Latin-themed luncheon hosted by Conexion Media Group, will kick off the celebration of 200 years of Hispanic heritage. Enjoy rich cultural connections as a distinguished speaker offers insight into the strong influence and contributions provided in shaping our shared history. The Role of Faith in Shaping the Bicentennial / 1:30 pm-2:30 pm Enjoy a conversation with representatives of Tallahassee-Leon County's earliest religious congregations, as they discuss the significance of their role in the community, and how they are celebrating the Bicentennial. Adventures in Florida Musical Play / 2:40 pm-2:50 pm Be entertained by the Adventures in Florida Musical Play that captivates audiences and brings Bicentennial lessons to life. Heritage Walk at Cascades Park / 3:00 pm-4:00 pm Round up the day with a symbolic journey through history with a Heritage Walk of Cascades Park. Attendance is FREE. Registration is REQUIRED. REGISTER NOW: Bicentennial Festival Weekend Spectacular Tickets, Sat, Nov 9, 2024 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite On Sunday, November 10, the celebration begins at 1:00 pm., with a walk-through living history, exploring interactive exhibits that bring Tallahassee's past to life. Visit different time periods hosted by local museums and organizations with each site featuring kid-friendly activities and displays Enjoy delicious offerings from food trucks and local artisans throughout the day and cool down with an ice cream social in the afternoon Play your own role in Tallahassee history by attending the unveiling of a historical marker in Cascades Park to commemorate our Bicentennial Join legislative leaders and the mayors from St. Augustine and Pensacola for the dedication of the First Florida Capitol replica Finally, Tallahassee's very own, T-Pain, will close out the festival with a sold-out concert at the Adderley Amphitheater at Cascades Park!