The South Bethlehem Historical Society, in partnership with several other local historical organizations, has organized a month-long celebration of renowned American photographer Walker Evans. The events are designed to bring attention to the history of south Bethlehem, especially the historic St. Michael's Cemetery, where the famous Evans' photograph was taken in 1935.

The action begins with a show of Evans' photos at TIMEZONES Global Goodies and Framing Gallery on First Friday, September 5th. On Thursday, September 25th, there is an entire evening devoted to Walker Evans. First, a guided tour of the historic St. Michael's Cemetery where Evans took his famous photo (recreate your own masterpiece!). This is followed by a lecture, "Walker Evans in the Lehigh Valley" by Evans scholar Rodger Kingston at 6:30 p.m., followed by a informal reception at TIMEZONES. On Saturday, 9/27, a trolley tour, "Footsteps of Walker Evans" will visit the sites where Evans took his photographs in Lehigh Valley (with commentary by Rodger Kingston).

All activities except the trolley tour are FREE. For more information, see attached fliers. ENJOY!

Ellen Larmer
South Bethlehem Historical Society

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Summary of Events:

1. Walker Evans Photo Exhibit (FREE):
- Time Zones Global Goodies & Framing Gallery, 322 E. Third Street, South Bethlehem, 610-866-8463.
- Exhibit Opening Reception during “First Friday” September 5, from 7-9 p.m.
- Exhibit on display throughout the month of September.
- Evans prints by John T. Hill (Colleague of Evans at Yale & Executor of his will) and Sven Martson.
- Sponsored by a grant from the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (D&L), South Bethlehem Historical Society (SBHS) & Bethlehem Fine Arts Commission

2. South Bethlehem Historical Society (SBHS) Annual Meeting (FREE):
- September 25, 2008 (Thursday) 5-9 p.m.
A. St Michael's Cemetery Tour, 4th & State Sts., South Bethlehem (weather permitting), 5-6 p.m.
B. SBHS Annual Mtg, Northampton Community College Fowler Family South Side Center, 511 E. 3rd St Room 461, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Keynote address on, “Walker Evans in the Lehigh Valley” by noted Evans’ Scholar Rodger Kingston. Speaker introduction by Michel Lefevre of the PHMC.
C. Reception at Time Zones Gallery immediately following the Annual Meeting provides an opportunity to view the Evans exhibit and ask Rodger Kingston questions, 7:30-9:00 p.m.
- Sponsored by a grant from the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC), Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society, SBHS & D&L.

3. "Footsteps of Walker Evans" Trolley Tour ($60 admission fee):
- September 27, 2008, 11:00 a.m.
- Tour begins at Rt 33/William Penn Hwy Park & Ride lot, will visit Evans sites in Easton & Bethlehem w/ commentary by Rodger Kingston.
- Lunch included in admission fee.
- Contact Curt Rowell 212-366-7024 - curt@nrinet.com - for more information.