Environment & Cultural Heritage Exhibitors

Environmental and Cultural Heritage Awareness Exhibitors

Visit the Environmental and Cultural Awareness Exhibits to discover the people and organizations devoted to conserving Florida's cultural heritage and natural resources, from endangered species and vital rivers, to artists, educators, and historical sites. Listed exhibitors have participated in previous festivals.  Exhibitors for 2025 will be posted in April.

Alzheimer’s Association will have their Brain Bus to inform about early detection and diagnosis, brain health, and risk reduction as well as providing an opportunity to learn about the resources available to individuals who may need to know. 

AquiferWatch, science education as it relates to groundwater and stewardship. Sign-ups for free well water testing and free school supplies and activity booklets for children.

Friends of Florida Folk is an advocate for all things Florida Folk. They work to identify, protect, preserve, and promote folk arts, crafts, dance, and music. Located at the Merchandise Tent. They will have Friends of Florida Folk merchandise and are also selling performer cds and festival t-shirts.

Florida Banjo Society is dedicated to the preservation and teaching of the Old-Time Banjo styles that were popular prior to the early part of the 20th Century. The Banjo Society annual hosts the Old-Time Banjo Contest and seeks contestants that honor and preserve this part of our culture and perform it publicly. Located near the Under the Oaks Stage, Sunday afternoon during the Banjo Contest.

Florida Fiddlers Association works to increase communication among fiddlers and other old-time musicians in the State of Florida. They hold an annual convention and conduct the Florida State Fiddle Contest. The fiddle contest is held Saturday of the Florida Folk Festival at the Gamble Rogers Stage. Members of the Fiddle Association are happy to provide information at the stage during the fiddle contest.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will inform of the history of the agency and conservation efforts in the state of Florida.

Florida Historical Society was established in 1856. The Florida Historical Society is dedicated to preserving Florida's past through the collection and archival maintenance of historical documents and photographs, the publication of scholarly research on Florida history and educating the public about Florida history through a variety of public history projects and programs. Visit their exhibit during the festival to discover information about the life and work of writer, folklorist, and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston. Books relating to Florida’s history and culture will be sold.

Florida Trail Association develops, maintains, promotes, and protects the Florida National Scenic Trail and other hiking trails in Florida while educating the public about conservation of the natural beauty of Florida.

Sierra Club will have educational materials on the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources as well as on their organization.

Suwannee Bicycle Association (SBA), in collaboration with WSHPS has brochures for SBA and WSHPS. Talks about both organizations.

Will McLean Foundation for Florida Heritage in Music presents material designed to educate about environmental protection and cultural preservation through the works of Will McLean and other Florida artists influenced by him. Located at The Will McLean Stage.

WWALS Watershed Coalition is an advocate for conservation and stewardship of water for South Georgia and North Florida. They will promote awareness, environmental monitoring, education, and citizen activities.

White Springs Historic Preservation Society (WSHPS), in collaboration with SBA has brochures for SBA and WSHPS. Talks about both organizations.