Moses Austin was an early pioneer who brought the mining industry to Potosi in the late 1700s.  His brother, Steven, settled the first 300 families in Austin, Texas, a city that continues to bear his name!  Moses was buried in Potosi and one can visit his gravesite in the old cemetery on West Breton Street behind the historical Presbyterian Church.

This year, once again, the town of Potosi will host the annual Moses Austin Heritage Festival the weekend of June 19th and 20th.  A little celebrating will be in order with a parade, booths, historical information, food, music, and much more!

I hope you might plan to visit this special event when Potosi comes to life with its long time tradition of fun, friendship and festivities!

My new book, "Potosi, That's Where I'm From" will be available on Friday and Saturday that weekend.  Friday I will be at the Library with books to sell.  There will be a new community art and project center open near the old Lawson Lumber building just up the street from the courthouse on Saturday.  There are plans in process for art displays and various other things to be shared and displayed there as well.  My book will be offered at a discounted price and framed photography of various homes, businesses and history will be also be there to see and for sale.  

Come on down and join the songs and sounds of Potosi in the spirit of honoring its heritage!