During a brisk Saturday afternoon, several gathered inside a well-heated tent at the Heritage Cultural Farm for their first Black History Month program. The program featured a documentary showing that reflected African American figures and stories that have yet to reach mainstream recognition. Herman and Veronica Alston, co-owners of the Heritage Cultural Farm welcomed everyone and treated the attendees with homemade chicken soup and sausage biscuits from their friend, Larry Andrews. Andrews, a Franklin County resident enlightened attentive listeners with a compilation of Dr. MLK speeches, intertwining familiar and lesser known speeches (watch below).

For those looking for a little retail therapy, the Country Store on the property was open and filled with products derived from North Carolina producers.

The next event is scheduled for Saturday, March 1st featuring the Heritage Quilters. The local artisan group will speak about the history of quilting.

The Heritage Cultural Farm is located at 102 Clint Street in Warrenton, NC.

VIDEO: Larry Andrews recites Dr. MLK speeches

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The weather and scenery could not be more perfect for the first event at the Heritage Cultural Farm in Warrenton.

Hosted by Herman and Veronica Alston, Jazz on the Farm attendees were able to kick back and relax as they immensely enjoyed live music by Just Friends, a band based out of Vance County, NC; DJ sets by “The Bluesmaster” Willie C, and radio personality Sherman Johnson as emcee.

Hudson Chill n Grill and Kim’s Vineyard were onsite as vendors, and the Alston family also sold BBQ and grilled chicken plates.

If Jazz on the Farm has set the tone for what’s to come, we are more than elated to see what’s next.

Learn more about Herman and Veronica Alston and their plans for the Heritage Cultural Farm by watching the video below:

JAZZ ON THE FARM (July 27, 2024)
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