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History Walk: Susie Shelton on Gleed’s Corner and the Penny Savings Bank

April 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:20 am

 

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Time: 10:30am – 11:20am

Price: $20 adult

$10 student

 

About the Event:

Columbus historian Susie Shelton leads a walk through the locations that housed African-American business and professional leaders from the time of Reconstruction until the present day. Learn the history of Catfish Alley, Gleed’s Corner, and the Penny Savings Bank in downtown Columbus. A lively and very informative dive into the stories of people who lived in Columbus in days gone by.

Highlights:  Learn the history of Catfish Alley, Gleed’s Corner, and the Penny Savings Bank in downtown Columbus.

About the Venue

  • Location: Meet at the west steps of the Courthouse at 10:30.   505 2nd Ave N.

Prepare for the Activity:

Event Location: Meet at the west steps of the Courthouse at 10:30 am.  505 2nd Ave N.

Important information know before you go:

  • Event will take place rain or shine.

Details

Date:
April 7
Time:
10:30 am - 11:20 am
Event Category:

Venue

Courthouse
505 2nd Ave N.
Columbus, MS 39701 United States
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