SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Sylacauga’s annual “Magic of Marble” Festival gets its official start next week, running from Tuesday, April 1 through Saturday, April 12, but the fun has actually already begun with another interesting addition to the line-up over the coming weekend.
The Isabel Anderson Comer Museum and Arts Center is hosting the scavenger hunt for the Marble Festival this year. You can pick up the forms that are available at both the museum as well as the B.B. Comer Memorial Library.
It’s always fun to watch everyone run around town and see if they can spot the featured marble throughout the beautiful city. Cash prizes are also available for participants to win.
The first activity of the festival comes your way on Saturday, March 29 with the “Lunch & Learn” series as the Wallace Center for Arts and Reconciliation in Harpersville will host a special presentation from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. featuring famed marble author Ruth Cook and Craigger Browne, a renowned Sylacauga sculptor.
Also returning to the line-up this year are the guided tours of the historic Sylacauga Cemetery.
You’ll be able to meet historical figures as costumed actors will portray the stories of Sylacauga’s past residents, bringing their lives to vivid reality. You can uncover tales of local legends, hearing captivating narratives of the people who shaped our community.
You can marvel at the marble monuments as you admire the exquisite craftsmanship of the stunning marble headstones, a true testament to Sylacauga’s marble heritage.
All in all, it’s a perfect Marble Festival activity, an engaging and educational experience for everyone.
There are two presentations scheduled: Saturday, April 5 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Sunday, April 6 during the same time frame. The tours are free of charge.
