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e history of Lincoln dates all the way back to the 1800s and has undergone several name changes throughout its lifespan including Starr Hill, Blackjack and Georgetown before finally settling on Lincoln in 1885. But one thing has remained constant through all the name changes and remains true today: Lincoln is all about apples! Its reputation for apple production has earned it the moniker of Apple Capitol of Arkansas. e Arkansas Black Apple and the Collins Red Apple were both developed in the verdant apple orchards of Lincoln. e popular Apple Festival, which debuted in 1975, is still a huge draw every fall for people in the area and surrounding states. e Apple Festival was founded aer Lincoln residents had the idea to host an annual event to attract visitors to their friendly, beautiful community. e Arkansas Apple Festival is a tribute to Lincoln's apple industry history, combining down home southern goodness and a glimpse of what life was like in the Apple Capital of Arkansas in years gone by. "I've lived in Lincoln since I was in first grade and I've looked forward to the festival every year," said Rhonda Hulse, one of two directors of the festival. "We're especially excited for this year's celebration, aer sadly having to cancel last year due to Covid. I expect a lot of people will be making their way to Lincoln that first weekend in October." Friday traditionally kicks of the three-day celebration that includes more than 80 booths of cra artisans, great food and fun. On Saturday there's a parade, followed by the iconic apple core throwing contest. ere will be music Saturday and Sunday and, of course, plenty of apples, fresh from the harvest. Hulse estimates they will give away more than 100 bushels of free apple samples as well as cider samples. Whether you come to sample the free apple slices, fair and food-truck goodies or buy your favorite jelly, you won't want to miss Lincoln's Apple Festival this fall. For more information about the Apple Festival check out the Facebook page Home of the Apple Festival & SO much more Lincoln: www.facebook.com/ARAppleFestival. For vendor information contact Rhonda Hulse 479-500-6045 or for application go to www.Lincolnarkansas.com Lincoln Apple Festival October 1-3, 2021 SPONSOR CONTENT 2021 West Washington County Directory | 17