Traditional crafts, southern foodways and environmental sustainability are at the center of Atlanta History Center’s Fall Folklife Festival, held from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., September 26.

Guests will enjoy the sounds of local musicians performing bluegrass and folk music and sample local fare from Atlanta-based food trucks. This year’s festival highlights the contributions of African-American chefs and home cooks. Highlights include cooking demonstrations by Michael Twitty and a culinary conversation featuring Erika Council, the author behind the popular blog Southern Soufflé. The program is free to members and included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers: $16.50 for adults/$13 for seniors and students/$11 for youth. Location: 130 West Paces Ferry Rd. NW, Atlanta. For more information, call 404-814-4000 or visit AtlantaHistoryCenter.com.