The Flat Rock Archive’s annual reunion celebrates DeKalb County’s oldest African American families, including the bloodlines of Chris Tucker, Warren Moon, and Willie Gault (all of whom will be present). The reunion will be held on July 22 from 2:00 p.m. until 10:00 pm and July 23 at 2:00 pm. Activities include a welcome party, tent luncheon, recognition of family members, and a rededication of the Flat Rock territory.
A Visit to the Flat Rock Cemetery
The history of Flat Rock, Georgia, is not solely contained in archives. The Flat Rock cemetery is a treasure trove of hidden, historic information related to genealogy, southern history, Native American history, African American history, geography, and cartography. Schedule a visit with us, and we will guide you through one of the most unique experiences in Flat Rock! Remember to dress accordingly ... long pants, socks, and close-toed shoes are strongly suggested.
Believe it or not, this is the headstone belonging to Spencer Bryant - Chris Tucker's grandfather. Many African Americans in the early twentieth century could not afford headstones as we know them today. Many of them used rocks instead!
This is the headstone belonging to Andrew Waits. What a large headstone! This was rare for many African Americans during the early and mid-twentieth century.
Flat Rock Reunion Update!
Summer is fast approaching, and so is the 2016 Flat Rock Reunion! We are in the process of sending out official Evites.
Check out our latest flyer:
Congratulations to Chanté Lively!!
The Flat Rock Archive is SO incredibly proud of Chanté Lively, a junior at Arabia Mountain High School. She recently won fourth place in a 4-H competition for her engaging and enlightening presentation on the history of Flat Rock! Hurray!!! Check out a still image from her presentation below (Unfortunately, I couldn't get the video to upload!)
