Below is a copy of the schedule for the Mecklenburg Colonial Heritage Weekend in 1989’s Charlotte, North Carolina.

The Charlotte Observer 5/7/1989 p. 7A

Mecklenburg Colonial Heritage Weekend  

The Hezekiah Alexander Foundation in Cooperation with Charlotte Parks & Recreation cordially invites you to help celebrate May 20-21, 1989 on the grounds of the Hezekiah Alexander Homesite.  

Saturday, May 20

11 a.m. - Doug Mayes (as Thomas Polk) Will Read The Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence

Carla Dupuy will read the County Proclamation

Al Rousso will read the City Proclamation

Dr. James Sasser will give historical commentary

12 noon - Barbeque luncheon – Oehler’s Mallard Creek Barbeque will be served at $5.00 per plate

2:30 pm - Garinger Band Concert, house open for walk thru tour at no charge, museum exhibits and historic film to be shown  

Sunday, May 21

The bi-centennial of the First Presbyterian General Assembly in America.

2:30 pm - Dr. John Kurkendale – early church history

3:30 pm - Cake will be cut and refreshments served

For Additional Information About Heritage Weekend or Barbeque Tickets, Please Call Mrs. Rodney Harm Mrs. James Schout, Jr. 536-4412 or 333-6851