Raleigh Roots History Festival

The inaugural Raleigh Roots History Festival will take place Saturday, October 12th, 2019, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 226 East Martin Street, Raleigh.

This free festival is produced by the City of Raleigh’s Historic Resources and Museums program.

It is a celebration of the rich history of the founding and creation of North Carolina’s Capital City, and includes living history, kids’ activities, performances and more.

Some of the activities:

• Loom
• Blacksmith
• Cooking demonstrations
• Revolutionary war encampment
• Kids zone
• Old-fashioned games
• Free carriage rides
• Vendors

Main stage performers will include:

• Tryon Palace Fife & Drum Corps
• Sir Walter Raleigh
• Jonkonnu dancers
• Music by Ken Bloom

Food for purchase will be available from the PIT and Square Burger.

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