The City of Covington concluded their Bicentennial celebrations with one last hurrah – the closing of the Bicentennial Time Capsule! The ceremony included all
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Closing the Bicentennial Time Capsule: Free Concert Marks the Last Bicentennial Event
The City of Covington enjoyed a full year of wonderful events commemorating its Bicentennial, culminating with the Bicentennial Celebration at Bogue Falaya Park on
The Story Behind the Bicentennial Poster: Local Artist Suzanne King Depicts Covington’s Past
The Bicentennial poster depicts many scenes from Covington’s rich past. There’s the Covington Courthouse on Boston Street (the second courthouse, the first still stands
Covington Three Rivers Festival Poster Art Revealed: Covington Weekly Gets Special Mention
The poster art for the 2013 Three Rivers Art Festival was created by talented local artist Jamie Owens of TJ Owens Jr. Art. Jamie
The Bicentennial Celebrations Aren’t Over Yet!
“You thought we were done with Bicentennial Celebrations? Well, we’ve got one more for you. We started the celebrations with a concert at the
Covington Bicentennial Posters Going Quick!
The first 500 signed and numbered Covington Bicentennial commemorative posters by local artist Suzanne King are quickly disappearing. There are only 140 posters left!
Thank You City of Covington
Former Councilwoman Patricia Fuhrmann Clanton requested that we print a thank you letter to the City of Covington for the fantastic job that was
Historical Point of View Walking Tour
On Wednesday, July 3rd at 6:30 p.m., the City of Covington and the Bicentennial Committee present a self-guided walking tour that highlights the newly
Bicentennial Celebration on July 4th: It’s a Community Extravaganza for Covington’s 200th Birthday
With the arrival of July the fourth, the long-awaited Covington Bicentennial Celebration is here. Just a few of the activities at the free event
Some Covington Trivia
Flat Stanley visited Covington last year, and he stopped at the trailhead to take a picture with Reagan. This statue is believed to be
Bicentennial Parade Celebrating Covington’s Past, Present & Future
The Bicentennial Parade will feature the city’s past, present and future by incorporating groups that represent every aspect of the city’s life. Floats and
Bicentennial Poster Unveiled “Covington: 200 Years of Distinction”
The official Covington Bicentennial Poster is now on display at City Hall. A limited edition of 500 signed and numbered 36″ x 12″ posters will
“Classic Covington: Stories Behind the Prints” Presented by Historian Howard Nichols & Artist Suzanne King
The public is invited to attend the free presentation “Classic Covington: Stories Behind The Prints” on Sunday, June 30, 7:00 pm at the St.
The History of Covington’s African-American Community: Bicentennial Commemorative Event Presented by Dr. Eva Baham
The Covington Bicentennial Committee will host a Bicentennial commemorative event “The History of the African-American Community in Covington”, presented by Dr. Eva Baham. “African
The Oldest Living Covington Resident
The City of Covington is searching for a very special guest to be honored in the upcoming Bicentennial Parade that will roll through the
Flag Day USA: 236 Years & Counting
Flag Day is celebrated on June 14th in the United States, commemorating the adoption of our flag in 1777 on that day, by resolution
Upcoming Events in June: History, Parades and The Great Race
The Bicentennial Events continue through the month of June, culminating in the 4th of July Celebration at the Bogue Falaya Park! On Sunday, June
Support Covington Bicentennial Celebrations: Purchase a Bicentennial Commemorative Flag or T-Shirt
Show your support for Covington’s 200th Birthday! T-shirts and house flags are available at the Trailhead Office of Cultural Arts and Events.
The Oldest Living Covington Resident
The City of Covington would like to locate the oldest living Covington native in order to honor them for the City’s upcoming Bicentennial Celebration.
“A Literary Soiree… Celebrating Covington’s Bicentennial” Presented by The Northshore Literary Society
Eleven local writers were selected by a panel of jurors seeking a range of works about Covington – from old memories to new impressions,