George Washington Ball House Tapestry Presentation

This presentation will begin at 3:00 pm at 921 Main Street. Built in Vicksburg’s oldest neighborhood by a distant cousin of President George Washington this frontier home dates to the early 1820s and is the oldest home in Vicksburg. The George Washington Ball House is an artifact of Vicksburg’s history. It predates its neighbors, including the Old Court House. The architecture is quite simple; somewhat Colonial and very Southern with high ceilings and wide center halls downstairs and upstairs. Tapestry 2014: In researching the George Washington Ball House the realistic presence of slavery was disclosed through auction papers. The owner will discuss the slave trade in Vicksburg. The tour will also include a display of antique toys. Tickets for Tapestry are $15 per individual presentation or $30 for three presentations. For more information on this tour call 601-636-9421 or 800-221-3536.