The Center for Constitutional Studies at Utah Valley University has launched the Visible Hand Project, which offers free, nonpartisan civic education to Utah Businesses and their employees. Adam Smith’s invisible hand describes the unseen forces of self-interest that impact our free-market economy. While navigating these dynamics, business leaders can be among our state’s strongest civic […]
June 13th- June 20th This month we are featuring 'The Juneteenth Story' along our Story Book Trail! Stroll through our 200 year old gardens and learn about the story behind America's newest federal holiday.
This Constitution is an every-two-weeks podcast ordained and established by the Center for Constitutional Studies at Utah Valley University, the home of Utah’s Civic Thought & Leadership Initiative. Co-hosted by Savannah Eccles Johnston and Matthew Brogdon, This Constitution equips listeners with the knowledge and insights to engage with the most pressing political questions of our […]
Revere House Radio brings you all things Revere House, from the true story of Paul Revere’s midnight ride to lesser-known history, author interviews, and more! The Paul Revere House is in Boston’s North End, a neighborhood with a rich and varied immigrant history, and various episodes cover this history, colonial Boston, and related events. You […]
Subscribe to read short essays, poems, or narratives posted daily between June 19th and July 4th to guide us in remembering, lamenting, and seeking renewal over the history and legacy of racialization in Lynchburg, Virginia. We are a local writer/editor collective reflecting on our city’s racial past and working towards properly celebrating its successes and […]
Discover history made by students as told by students. This Civics Season, pay as you can to step into Resilience Amid Resistance—a groundbreaking exhibit created entirely by Rockingham County high school students who dared to ask: "How can we right history?" (A play of the words: right and write.) Through original research, community interviews, and […]
View this discussion at the Library of Virginia with author Larry Roeder and Nathan Bailey about a Loudoun County, Virginia, community that overcame the cultural and legal hurdles of systematic racism to increase the equality of education for all children in the area. “Dirt Don't Burn: A Black Community's Struggle for Educational Equality Under Segregation” […]
Meadow Farm staff and Henrico County Public Libraries come together for our bimonthly book club! We will read a new book and visit a different Henrico County historic site every other month. After the book discussion, we will talk about the ties between the site and the book. A tour of the site is included. […]
BCRI x Sidewalk Cinema: Summer Film Series – Shuttlesworth The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is partnering with Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema for a Summer Film Series! We’re using film to spark honest conversation across generations, in hopes of moving us into action together. We’re kicking things off with a screening of Shuttlesworth, a documentary […]
The doors to The Little Carver open at 5:30pm, and the film begins at 6pm. “Black Is…Black Ain’t” rejoices in Black diversity, but many bare their pain at having been silenced or excluded because they were perceived as “not Black enough” or conversely “too Black.” Black Is…Black Ain’t marshals a powerful critique of sexism, patriarchy, […]
Levine Museum will be joining the Juneteenth Festival of The Carolinas celebration on Saturday, June 14th and Sunday, June 15th in Plaza Midwood. You can stop by our booth to explore community history and giveaways while enjoying the festival full of performances, art, food, and so much more. Schedule: June 12, 2025 Thursday, 9:00 AM […]
Explore Black History in Iowa Saturday, June 14 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. All presentations, activities, and pizza included with $20 General Admission! Although Iowa entered the Union as a free state in 1846, the Emancipation Proclamation issued in 1863 still reverberated here. Many Black Iowans had formerly been enslaved in other states. Others had family […]
Explore Black history in Iowa June 14 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Use our family workbook to dive into the history of Black Iowans, from before statehood through the Civil War and landmark civil rights cases, as you visit our sites. Take a Bite Out of History • 11:30 a.m. • MidAmerican Energy Foundation Pavilion FREE […]
In partnership with UAB Live HealthSmart & Jones Valley Teaching Farm Kick off our Juneteenth celebrations by prioritizing your well-being. Stop by for free health screenings and wellness resources. Local farmers will lead hands-on workshops centered on seed planting, food justice, and small farming. Discover how caring for your health is a form of liberation.
To commemorate the triumphant spirit of the African American journey, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation will host its second annual Juneteenth Sunrise Service on Sunday, June 15, at 6 a.m. at the majestic Compton Oak. This landmark tree symbolizes life, endurance, shelter, and joy. The Juneteenth Sunrise Service is inspired by “Watch Night” - also referred […]
Join us for a free day filled with activities for the whole family as we celebrate Juneteenth and the enduring power of Black craftsmanship and artistry! For generations, African American artisans have shaped history—turning raw materials into powerful narratives that echo across time. From ancestral techniques carried across oceans to bold, contemporary expressions that redefine […]
The multicultural Benkadi Drum and Dance group returns to the JFK Presidential Library and Museum to perform new dances showcasing traditional West African rhythms and movements. With vivid costumes, interpretive dance, and audience participation, join us in honor of Juneteenth! The Celebrate! series, appropriate for family audiences and children ages 5 and up, highlights America’s […]
This the online version of a traveling exhibit by the U.S. Capitol Historical Society that depicts the journey of African Americans from slavery to freedom and political representation in the U.S. Capitol.
Presented as part of the From Slavery to Freedom Film Series, “American Coup: Wilmington 1898” tells the little-known story of a deadly race massacre and carefully orchestrated insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898 — the only coup d’état in the history of the US. Stoking fears of “Negro Rule,” self-described white supremacists used […]
On the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, Fairfield hosts a lab night where the public can wash artifacts from current excavations alongside staff archaeologists. On June 17, our lab night will transform into a pizza party! While enjoying a slice of pizza and washing local artifacts, you will handle and discuss items once […]
The San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum, in partnership with Bexar County and The Tobin Center present "Freedom's Song: A Journey Through Gospel Radio", an uplifting concert honoring the profound legacy of gospel radio through the decades. This soul-stirring event will feature the San Antonio Gospel Heritage Choir, led by musical maestros Rev. […]
Discover the history of Juneteenth through arts, crafts, and other hands-on activities. Information: sch107@henrico.gov
Join Virginia Humanities Fellow Tev'n Powers for an online discussion about his research at the Library of Virginia to develop Fugitive Data Portraits, a new website to amplify collective and individual stories of escaping slavery in the Commonwealth. Register to receive the link.
Join Dr. Kathy Bullock, renowned educator and performer, for an interactive sing-along program exploring songs of slavery and emancipation. Dr. Bullock reveals the deep resilience, faith, and longing for freedom that spirituals, work songs, and abolitionist anthems convey. Audiences will experience the historical and emotional journeys of these powerful melodies, gaining insight into their enduring […]
Celebrate Juneteenth 2025 at The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Join us for an unforgettable Juneteenth celebration of The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History as we honor the historic day that marked the beginning of true emancipation for millions of African Americans. It's not only a celebration of freedom […]
Celebrate Juneteenth in Boston with Museum of African American History (MAAH) and our partners! Join us for the second annual Juneteenth Open House at the MAAH Boston Site - FREE to all visitors. The museum opens at 10am and the festivities start at 12pm with the raising of the Juneteenth flag. Find YOUR joy at […]
🎶 A full day of food, music, art, and celebration Celebrate freedom, community, and creativity at Hella Juneteenth 2025 — Oakland’s Black-led summer tradition returns to the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) for its biggest year yet, featuring: Two stages of live DJs spinning cookout classics—R&B, hip-hop, and line dances that bring everyone to the […]
We’re excited to invite YOU to be part of the Third Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Holly Knoll. Join us on June 19th for a day of culture, community, and commerce as we celebrate freedom, heritage, and unity. Come to the Moton Conference Center for a FREE celebration filled with food, fun, games, raffle and door […]
Much of African Music is based on call and response. The drum is the first to announce itself and send a message bringing the community together. As the drum calls, the community is expected to respond by playing back to the drummer or hollering out by voice. How will you answer the call?
Join the Let Freedom Ring Foundation and The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation as we break ground on the African Baptist Meeting House at the site of the original permanent location of the First Baptist Church, one of the earliest African American congregations in the United States. Faith leaders from First Baptist Church and the daughter churches […]
Join Carlyle House staff for a 1-hour guided tour focused on the experiences of the enslaved community at Carlyle House and associated plantations. The guided tour will explore the historical context of slavery in 18th century Alexandria and the importance of ongoing research efforts. Reservations are required as space is limited. Tours will be offered […]
Experience BCRI’s historic galleries with free admission all day long as we open our doors in the spirit of freedom and reflection. Explore the stories of those who fought for civil rights—and the legacy that continues today. Also, enjoy these special activities throughout the day: -Juneteenth: Why We Celebrate w/ historian, Barry McNealy -A Community […]
On Saturday, June 21 at Dorey Park we will commemorate the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth and the powerful celebration of freedom. We’ve got a fantastic vendor fair featuring 160 local vendors, a kid zone with thrilling inflatables, a vibrant community stage showcasing local talent, and a variety of delicious food. And that’s not all – […]
This specialized tour of Woodland Cemetery will focus on the formerly enslaved interred in this historic post emancipation uplift cemetery in eastern Henrico. In honor of Juneteenth, we will delve into the lives who achieved freedom after a life of bondage and went on to shape and influence Richmond into the vibrant area that we […]
From the 1937-38 Carolina Theatre boycott to the 1960 Sit-ins and into the 21st century, the Gate City is home to many important protest actions. This year’s Juneteenth Bike Tour visits civil rights protest sites around Downtown Greensboro to explore how people have marched and organized against inequality. Join us on an easy guided tour […]
Join us on the grounds of Hale Farm—where multiple people were once enslaved—for a communal reading of Frederick Douglass’s powerful 1852 speech, What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? Part of the statewide Reading Frederick Douglass Together initiative, this event invites participants of all ages to reflect on the meaning of freedom, justice, […]
The Neill-Cochran House Museum invites you to celebrate Juneteenth at a place that brings Austin history to life. Join us for a day of reflection, celebration, and community as we commemorate emancipation and the struggles and triumphs of those who fought for freedom and the ongoing journey towards equality. This event is free and open […]
Gather for Juneteenth to honor those who endured slavery and seized freedom on Brattle Street 250 years ago, their descendants, and the long history of Black freedom activism in Cambridge and beyond. This free, all-ages event is marking its fourth year in 2025! Denise Washington (#Pop-Up Poetry Series), a descendant of Darby Vassall, has curated […]
The purpose of the Constitutional Literacy Institute (CLI) is to provide education, resources, and experiences for teachers to increase personal constitutional literacy and thereby help their students to do the same. The rising generation of citizens and leaders need a broad understanding of political thought and practices critical to the perpetuation of constitutional government, ordered […]
We're all a part of Aurora's history! Join us for a trivia night themed around local history. We'll also have pizza, snacks, and button-making, while supplies last. Ages 12+
Join us for a free three-part program: First, watch a scene from a popular film about President Abraham Lincoln’s commitment to end slavery in the United States. We will discuss the political pressures of the time and reasons for amending the Constitution. Then, examine a reproduction of the desk that was used when President Lyndon […]
Join the curators of Voices of the Community: Local Black Preservation for an in-depth look at some of the compelling stories from the archives. Curated by community historians and activists, this exhibit explores the history, migration, and preservation of African American communities in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Lawnside, New Jersey. Read more about the exhibit here: […]
Join us for a lively evening of ballroom history, display and competition. “Voguers” will compete in categories like “Realness,” “Vogue,” “Face,” and “Runway,” showcasing jaw-dropping performances, bold fashion, and fierce energy. It’s a night filled with empowering moments, where confidence, style, and creativity take center stage.
What does human trafficking have to do with historical slavery? What can we do about it? Come discuss these questions and more with the young leaders representing their communities at the Students Opposing Slavery 2025 International Summit. Participants spend the week learning from experts in the field, building a network of young abolitionists and activists, […]
As a part of our Civic Season programming, the ABHM Book Club will be discussing Great Speeches By Frederick Douglass on June 20th at 6 PM via Zoom. Author, abolitionist, political activist, and philosopher, Frederick Douglass was a pivotal figure in the decades of struggle leading up to the Civil War and the Reconstruction era. […]
Join us for an engaging conversation with artist Curlee Raven Holton, Dr. Ashley Jordan (CEO, African American Museum in Philadelphia), and David Brigham (Librarian and CEO, Historical Society of Pennsylvania), as they explore the intersection of art, history, and social justice. Holton serves as the 2025 Artist in Residence at Historical Society of Pennsylvania. His […]
Join historians from Monticello’s Getting Word Project for an educational workshop that explores the practice of oral history – one of the many tools that historians at Monticello use to tell an honest and full history. Participants will gain practical guidance and tools on how they might engage in oral history in their own communities […]
Join us for a powerful screening of Fannie Lou Hamer’s America, a documentary that brings the voice of a civil rights legend to the forefront — raw, unfiltered, and more relevant than ever. Through archival footage, the film paints a vivid picture of her fight for justice, equity, and dignity in the face of deep […]
Come see Civic Duty in action as the community members of 1836 Prairietown are come together at the schoolhouse to discuss a problem that needs to be solved.
Join us for a free three-part program: First, watch a scene from a popular film about President Abraham Lincoln’s commitment to end slavery in the United States. We will discuss the political pressures of the time and reasons for amending the Constitution. Then, examine a reproduction of the desk that was used when President Lyndon […]
On Wednesday, July 2 from 7-9 pm, join us at The Battle of Atlanta cyclorama for a special History on the Rocks! One of only two cycloramas in the entire United States, this 138-year-old, 49-foot-tall, 10,000-pound painting depicts the 1864 Battle of Atlanta in vivid detail. We'll be hosting a Cyclorama scavenger hunt for the […]
Join us for a tour of Freedom Park and an exclusive look at powerful primary sources at the State Archives and State Library of North Carolina as we explore the enduring struggle for freedom in our state. This event is hosted by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and America 250 NC […]
Commemorate Independence Day with a reading of Frederick Douglass' powerful Fourth of July address, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July" at Historic Stagville State Historic Site. This is a participatory community reading. Every year, 60 volunteers sign up to read passages from this famous abolitionist speech in front of the historic slave […]
Dissenting Voices returns as Richard Thatcher and Helen Keller showcase criticism of America through the lens of social justice and Civil Rights. Showtimes are at 12 PM and 3:00 PM *This event will reoccur on July 5th & 6th with showcases at 12 PM and 3:00 PM