01-04-2025
1950s-themed Leeds Historic Walking Tour set for April 15
LEEDS, Ala. (TRIBUNE) – Downtown Leeds will travel back in time to the 1950s for this year's Historic Walking Tour, set for April 15 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
'We are incredibly excited to offer this immersive experience to our community and visitors alike,' said Ron Howard, 2025 History Walk Captain. 'The 1950s was a transformative decade, and we're eager to showcase how Leeds reflected the spirit of that time. This walking tour will bring history to life in a fun and engaging way.'
According to Nathan Prewett of the Trussville Tribune, the tour will feature:
Historic re-enactors who the public can interact with.
Displays showing the architecture, businesses, and daily life of Leeds in the 1950s.
Music by Leeds High School Jazz Ensemble and Elvis tribute artist Aiden Joiner
Food trucks
The self-guided tour will also take walkers past landmarks and historic sites as well as other gatherings including Market on Main, Yellowhammer Antiques' Springfest, the Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser, Greenwave Giveaway Dinner, and more.
The tour is presented by Leeds Historical Commission, Leeds Redevelopment Authority, Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce, Leeds Jane Culbreth Library, and the Leeds Historical Society with support from Leeds Water Works Board and Leeds Main Street.
The walking tour will be held along Parkway Drive between 7th and 9th Street.
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