The 2023 Living History Tour’s success proved to be more than an entertaining look back at Fulton’s past. It was also a catalyst that has inspired the city of Fulton to create a more complete and inclusive celebration of its notable history. After the Tour ended, the planning committee began brainstorming this expansion, inviting other community organizations to partner with them in this endeavor.
While the actual walking Tour will again take place on a main street bordering the Oswego River, the narration and performances will include 38 actors depicting scenes at former industries located throughout the city, churches that welcomed immigrants to our community, and cultural events that shaped Fulton’s uniqueness.
The expanded Tour will also offer opportunities for Fulton youth to gain an appreciation of their hometown’s history. The storywalk is being created by the library’s Teen Group. Junior high students in the district will be bused to the Tour, providing the inclusion of local history into their curriculum studies. A combined Junior- Senior High School jazz band will recreate music once performed by Fulton’s renowned drum & bugle corps. The 2024 Tours are sure to be a spectacular event in the city.
Members of the 2024 Fulton Living History Tour Planning Committee are hard at work. From left to right are Jim Farfaglia, Lori Blackburn, Karalyn Wyman, Marissa Hanlon, Tina Eusepi, Shannon Sawyer, Deverick Reidell, and Melanie Strong. Absent are Ann Casey and Linda
Eagan