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Celebrate 83 years of George Washington Carver National Monument and the life and legacy of George Washington Carver with guest speakers, musical groups, and exhibitors. Earn a special Carver Day Junior Ranger badge. The event is free of change.
Guest speakers for this year include Peter Duncan Burchard, Carver scholar and author of George Washington Carver, A Great Soul. Sandra Knauf is a nature writer, author and publisher. Knauf’s presentation is entitled, The Gospel of Regeneration: George Washington Carver’s Legacy in Soil, Society and Soul.
Paxton Williams will perform his legendary role as George Washington Carver in his original one person showListening to the Still Small Voice.
Music is a huge part of the Carver Day fun. Musical performers this year include Arlecia Elkamil & band. Arlecia is a multi-instrumentalist and singer. Kufara Marimba Band, a Zimbabwean- style ensemble, will perform and local church choirs are also invited. The gospel singing group Sensational Wonders return to the music tent.
Carver Day is also a time for kids to explore the park and connect to the child who was born here over 150 years ago. There will be guided tours, Junior Ranger activities, and more. Local area education resource exhibitors will also share information. The Diamond Lions Club will provide food concessions as well.
