The celebration of the 225-year history of the South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture at John De La Howe campus is becoming even more festive with a parade on the 1,310-acre campus – and the community is invited to join in the fun.

The celebration is called The 1797 Celebration, and on Saturday, November 5, 2022, a day-long festival designed for history enthusiasts now will include a parade around the beautiful Governor’s Green, the 12-acre natural plaza at the center of the campus. Entries are being accepted for the parade.

Area businesses, schools, churches and non-profit organizations – as well interested individuals – are invited to participate with floats, marching units or vehicle entries. The parade will begin lining up at 9:15 a.m. following the Bull Run 5K and will start at 10 a.m.

First, second and third place entries will be awarded, as well as “Best In Show.” There is no entry fee. Because of the peaceful, natural setting of the John de la Howe campus, loud four-wheelers and/or motorcycles are discouraged.

The 1797 Celebration will run from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m., and it will coincide with a reunion of John De La Howe alumni from across the country. A wide variety of family-friendly activities for history buffs will be offered, including living history demonstrations, a petting zoo, agriculture-themed field games, and campus tours.

For an official parade application, DOWNLOAD HERE.