Celebrating Perry's 1971 Sesquicentennial 150th Birthday
- perryhistoricalmus
- Aug 5
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 16
The Perry, Georgia Sesquicentennial celebration in 1971 marked the city's 150th anniversary and was a lively and memorable event for the community. Here are some highlights:
Video from Digital Library of Georgia
Perry United Methodist Church 1971 Centennial Celebration
🎉 Celebration Highlights
Kickoff Events: Preparations began in August 1971, with Perry City Council members receiving V.I.P. buttons from Sesquicentennial Chairman Wendell Whipple. The festivities were set to kick off the following month.
Fun Traditions: Councilmen who appeared “clean shaven” were humorously threatened with temporary “jail time” as part of the celebration’s playful spirit.
Community Involvement: The event featured widespread participation from local officials and residents, emphasizing Perry’s pride in its heritage.
Scenes from Perry's Sesquicentennial Parade
