Friday, June 18th

James Halpern Presentation: 9:00-11:00am

Join us at the Lions Building for a Civilian
Conservation Corps video and Q&A with James
Halpern, Mark Twain National Forest archaeologist.
Immediately afterwards we’ll show the “Grandin
Mill” video which lasts about 1 hour. Masks &
social distancing are required for this event only.

Historical Museum: 10:00am-2:00pm

Celebrating the history & genealogy of Douglas County. The museum exhibits Civil War items & memorabilia.

Ava Art Guild: 10:00am-4:00pm

Enjoy the varied exhibits & gifts to purchase at the Art Guild.

LUNCH

On your own.

Historic Poster Exhibit: 11:00am-1:00pm

At the Board Room, next to the Art Guild. Enter by the side door. View a series of beautiful posters by the late
photographer, Ronnie Yocum. Posters are available for purchase.

“How to Talk Ozark in Seven Simple Steps”:
1:00pm-3:00pm

At the True View Theater. Presented by Dr. Brooks Blevins, the Noel Boyd Professor of Ozarks Studies at MSU. Dr. Blevins will be signing his History of the Ozarks, Volumes 1 and 2, after
the presentation.
Next watch the “Just That Much Hillbilly in Me” video. The video will be shown twice.

Saturday, June 19th

Civil War Tour: 9:00am-11:00am

Meet at the Ava City Park Upper Pavilion. Tim Ritter will share his expertise as he leads a caravan to several Civil War sites, including Militia Springs, Ritter Cemetery, Old Water Tower Cemetery and the site of a Civil War
battle.

Growers Market: 8:00am-12:00pm

At the Ava Square. Visit our nationally renowned Growers Market for hand-made items as well as fresh picked vegetables and fruits, and fresh made treats.

Grilled Hamburgers & Hotdogs: 11:00am-1:00pm

At the Ava Square. Come join us for lunch. Hamburgers, hot dogs, chips & drinks will be available for purchase.

Food Trucks will be at the Ava Square Saturday
and Sunday featuring delicious tacos, popcorn, snow cones and more!

Historical Museum: 10:00am-2:00pm

Celebrating the history & genealogy of Douglas County. The museum exhibits Civil War items & memorabilia.

Ava Art Guild: 10:00am-4:00pm

Enjoy the varied exhibits & gifts to purchase at the Art Guild.

Historic Poster Exhibit: 11:00am-2:00pm

At the Board Room, next to the Art Guild. Enter by the side door. View a series of beautiful posters by the late photographer, Ronnie Yocum. Posters are available for purchase.

History of the Ava Railroad: 2:00pm-4:00pm

At the Ava Community Center. All aboard for an enjoyable and informative presentation by local Ava railroad expert, Jon Cluff, followed by Q&A.

Square Dancing on the Square: 6:00pm

Young or old, experienced or beginner, everyone is invited to join in – or grab some popcorn and just sit and watch the fun!

Sunday, June 20th

Old Fashioned Social On the Ava Square: 11:00am-4:00pm

Our newly renovated Square is the place to be on Sunday. Hear Ozark music, view artisan demonstrations, and check out the antique cars.

Father’s Day Hike: 9:00am-1:00pm

Meet at the Ava Square and caravan to beautiful Glade Top Trail for an approximately 2-3 hour, guided hike.

Artisans from the Pioneer Heritage Festival of the Ozarks: 11:00am-4:00pm

You’ll be able to visit with local artisans as they demonstrate the arts and crafts of the past.

Lunch

Food Trucks will be available at the Ava Square throughout the day.

Antique Car Club Show: 1:00pm

View antique cars exhibited around the Ava Square.

Ava Art Guild: 10:00am-4:00pm

Enjoy the varied exhibits & gifts to purchase at the Art Guild.

Live Music: 12:00pm

Enjoy live, good old fashioned Ozark music.