[Opinion] Calico Fort keeps ‘em coming back - Lowndes Signal

Calico Fort keeps ‘em coming back

For 53 years the Fort Deposit Arts Council has drawn crowds to their sleepy, southern Lowndes County town. Since 1972, the renowned arts and crafts fair has offered something for everyone, and the offerings keep getting better and better. According to Frieda Cross, one of the original organizers, the festival featuring hand-crafted delights began as an effort to bring people to Fort Deposit. That mission has been completed with resounding succes…

Calico Fort keeps ‘em coming back - Lowndes Signal

An Editorial Opinion of The Lowndes Signal For 53 years the Fort Deposit Arts Council has drawn crowds to their sleepy, southern Lowndes County town. Since 1972, the renowned arts and crafts fair has offered something for everyone, and the offerings keep getting better and better. According to Frieda Cross, one of the original organizers, the festival featuring hand-crafted delights began as an effort to bring people to Fort Deposit. That missio…