GCSU hosts celebration of O’Connor’s 100th birthday
>> FLANNERY O’CONNOR 100 CELEBRATION
Colin Cutler and Hot Pepper Jam, of GCSU’s Music Department, Sally Jaye, and special guest Rob Sumowski played throughout the day on the stage set up in front of Andalusia Farm’s Interpretive Center. Attendees brought tents, blankets, and chairs to enjoy the day’s festivities.
Beyond the music and food trucks, Andalusia offered free tours throughout the day of the home. Attendees could also take the selfguided augmented reality tour around the property, where many of the old barns and houses are open for viewing.
A picture of Flannery O’Connor displayed in Andalusia’s Interpretive Center.
O’Connor is often associated with pea fowl due to how many she raised on the lands of Andalusia. In memory of her love for these birds, Aster and his mate (not pictured) live on the property.
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) celebrated Flannery O’Connor’s 100th birthday March 26-29 with various events.
Flannery O’Connor was an American novelist, born on March 25, 1925, most famous for her work in short stories.
Andalusia Farm in Milledgeville, GA served as her home from 1951-1964. During the 13 years she lived in Andalusia, she completed the bulk of her literary work.
