NACOGDOCHES, TX — The African American Heritage Project and Nacogdoches Historic Sites invite the community to join in celebration at the Zion Hill Gospel Festival, taking place Sunday, November 9, at 3:00 p.m. at the historic Zion Hill Baptist Church, located at 324 South Lanana Street. Sponsored by Commercial Bank of Texas, the Gospel Festival will feature an afternoon of uplifting performances by choirs from Iron Wheel Baptist Church, Austin Heights Baptist Church, and Zion Hill First Baptist Church. The program will also include the Men of Praise Quartet and will be emceed by Evangelist Alva Taylor, a beloved voice throughout East Texas. “This event will be a wonderful afternoon of songs and praise and thanks for all our many blessings. We welcome the community to join us in celebration and joyful anticipation of the upcoming holiday season,” said Paul Jackson, President of the African American Heritage Project. “Thanks in advance for your support—we appreciate you and look forward to blessing and uplifting you in praise and worship.” The Gospel Festival is free and open to the public. Donations received will support the African American Heritage Project and its efforts toward the Clay House restoration. The event aligns with Nacogdoches Historic Sites’ mission to preserve and interpret the history of Zion Hill, ensuring that this landmark continues to serve as a place of community gathering, heritage, and inspiration. No preregistration is necessary—everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the Gospel Festival. Parking information is available on the Historic Sites website, and a golf cart shuttle will be running throughout the event to assist guests traveling to and from the church. For more information about the Zion Hill Gospel Festival or other programs hosted by Nacogdoches Historic Sites, visit www.nactx.us/historicsites or follow the African American Heritage Project and Nacogdoches Historic Sites on Facebook.
Gospel Festival at Zion Hill Baptist Church Historic Site
