The Louisa Branch NAACP will celebrate Black History and Culture with Louisa’s 4th Annual African American Heritage Festival on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 pm.

The community gathering, themed, “Exploring the Arts,” will be held at Moss-Nuckols Elementary School, 2055 Courthouse Road in Louisa. The free event celebrates African Americans in Louisa County and their contributions to Virginia and the United States.

A variety of fun and educational activities will be held indoors and outdoors. Features will include original artwork, music, dancers, speakers, gospel groups, performers, theatrics, hot food vendors, a bookmobile and a moon bounce as well as other entertainment for children and families.

For more information on the festival, please contact the Rev. Larry E. Lewis at (540) 223-0052.