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What annual event celebrates Eatonville’s cultural heritage?

The Zora! Festival is an annual event held in Eatonville, Florida, that celebrates the town’s cultural heritage and its connection to Zora Neale Hurston. Founded in 1990, the festival honors Hurston’s legacy while also highlighting broader aspects of African American arts, history, and culture. It typically features a variety of programs, including literary readings, panel discussions, musical performances, and art exhibitions. Scholars, artists, and visitors from across the country attend the festival, making it one of the most prominent cultural events associated with an African American historical community.