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At the 2024 Peanut Butter Festival in Brundidge the last Saturday in October , the Tupper Lightfoot Memorial Library in Brundidge honored George Washington Carver for the role he played in the peanut industry. 

“We developed an exhibit dedicated to George Washington Carver, showcasing a variety of items that exemplify the innovations inspired by his groundbreaking discoveries,” said Diann Childers, library director. “The exhibit featured informational boards, each telling the remarkable stories of Carver’s life and his contributions to agriculture and science. Visitors could also admire replicas of his art, which reflect his creative spirit beyond his scientific achievements.

“To further enhance the experience, we included a documentary detailing his journey and legacy. Our goal was to create an inviting space where the public could explore and appreciate Carver’s impact at their own pace, allowing for a deeper connection to his extraordinary life and work.”

George Washington Carver (c.1864-January 5, 1943) was an American agricultural scientist and inventor who promoted alternative crops to cotton and methods to prevent soil depletion.[2] He was one of the most prominent black scientists of the early 20th century.