April 8th, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Cost: $25 dollars Location: The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Conference Room
Augusta’s Black Caddies – The Men on the Bag experience brings to life the rich history and pivotal role Black Caddies played in assisting the world’s top golfers in winning the most famous golf tournament in the world: The Masters. See experienced actors portray such notable caddies as Willie “Pappy” Stokes, called the Godfather of caddies, and Willie Frank “Cemetery” Perteet, the personal caddie of President Eisenhower.
You will also have a chance to meet one of our “living legend” caddies. The famous pimento cheese sandwich and drinks will be served. Produced in conjunction with the Augusta Mini Theater.