The Cornelius Historic Preservation Commission will host a new guided walking tour, “South of Catawba,” Saturday, Oct. 22, starting at 10 a.m. at Cornelius Town Hall. Along the 1.25-mile route, walkers will learn about when and how the gown was incorporated, Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, local historic landmark designations, Olde Mill Village, Gem Yarn Mill, Cotton Gin, the history of Cornelius Elementary School, and other sites of interest.