Follow the Drinkin' Gourd

Join Us as We Salute Westfield’s Role as a Stop Along the Underground Railroad with “Follow the Drinkin’ Gourd”

Westfield Parks and Recreation and Main Street Productions have partnered on this original musical production that follows one family on their journey from slavery to freedom in the pre-Civil War era.  The premiere of “Follow the Drinkin’ Gourd,” on the lawn of historical Asa Bales Park, will take attendees along the Underground Railroad with only the “drinkin’ gourd” (Big Dipper) to guide them.

The special performance highlights the struggles, fears, and hopes that slaves experienced in their attempts to achieve freedom.  The weekend-long production is expected to attract hundreds of patrons per show.  “Follow the Drinkin’ Gourd” is made possible with support from Hamilton County Tourism.  Each performance will be approximately 2 hours in duration, including a short intermission.

Come early and have dinner and drinks at the park before the show!  Each evening, we will feature a different food truck and Blackhawk Winery and Kona Ice will also be joining us each night with delicious beverages for sale!