Event offers walk through Jacksonville’s musical history
Jacksonville’s rich musical and cultural heritage was celebrated last month, when Riverside Avondale Preservation hosted its inaugural Music Tour.
Held Oct. 12, the event featured more than a dozen performers sharing their talents on eight stages scattered across Riverside, with Willobranch Park serving as the focal point. Despite occurring just days after Hurricane Milton tore across Florida, the event enjoyed sunny skies and comfortable temperatures, as residents enjoyed intimate concerts in homes, parks and businesses by acts such as The Curt Towne Band, The Kimballs, Dyer Davis Group and more. The tour also featured exhibits of music memorabilia, a silent disco and a special exhibit by the Jacksonville History Center.
Inspired by the annual Tour of Homes, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024, the Music Tour offered a walkable journey through Riverside, with attendees receiving a program and route to discover the neighborhood’s musical roots.
