Join the Covington Heritage Foundation (CHF) Wednesday October 15th to participate in preserving the history of Covington! The CHF is in search of historical
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Covington’s Natural Beauty Conducive To Good Health by Liz Bragdon, Our Place Studio
The natural beauty and charm of Covington is everywhere for you to see: the densely treed green neighborhoods, the quaint lines of historic downtown
Southern Hotel Hosts Weekend Of Pre-Opening Activities Starting May 30th
The Southern Hotel will celebrate their progress with a weekend of events, welcoming the public into their newly renovated hotel. The festivities will start
Grand Opening Of The Southern Hotel Set For June
The Southern Hotel is set to open June 1st, 2014, the original opening date of the hotel 107 years ago. The building, which was
“Rainbows On My Ceiling” By Patricia F. Clanton – New Book Of Poetry A Beautiful Collection Of Thoughts And Photography
Mrs. Clanton’s collection of poems has something in it for everyone, ranging from whimsical to philosophical. Remembrances of Covington are captured in poetry that
Rosemary’s Closet – For All Of Your Vintage Needs
Rosemary’s Closet is Covington’s spot to find the most unique and interesting vintage clothing and accessories. Owner Elizabeth Pfeffer Williams is a retired school
Walker Percy Book Club Meeting February 6th
Walker Percy is a nationally recognized author who spent the majority of his life in downtown Covington. Join the English Tea Room on the
Walker Percy Book Club Meeting February 6th
Walker Percy is a nationally recognized author who spent the majority of his life in downtown Covington. Join the English Tea Room on the
Covington Heritage Foundation In Place For 2014
Since 1982, the City of Covington’s Division of St John, has been recognized as an historic district by the United States Department of Interior
Covington Heritage Foundation Kickoff Event This Thursday
The NEW Covington Heritage Foundation will host an Inaugural Membership Drive and Kickoff Celebration open to the public on Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 p.m.,
Walker Percy Book Club Kicks Off in November at The English Tea Room
The English Tea Room will kick off the Walker Percy Book Club with a reading of “The Moviegoer” Thursday, November 7th. These meetings will
St. Tammany Parish Fair – Wednesday October 2nd – Sunday October 6th at the St. Tammany Parish Fairgrounds
The St. Tammany Parish Fair Association celebrates St. Tammany culture with a full week of agricultural and horticultural exhibits, Rodeo, Fair and Rodeo Queen
Parish Fair To Roll On Friday – Traditional Event Precedes Opening Ceremonies
The Parish Fair Parade will take place Friday, October 4th at 10 am. It starts on Jefferson Avenue in downtown Covington, travels to Boston
The Closing Of The Time Capsule At The Covington Trailhead – To Be Reopened in 2063
The City of Covington concluded their Bicentennial celebrations with one last hurrah – the closing of the Bicentennial Time Capsule! The ceremony included all
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 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
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