Being an active participant in your community is more than just voting (though, voting is a great way to participate!) History can help inform and contextualize our current moment by providing information to explain how we got here and give us valuable information to make future decisions. Learning about each of our personal stories can […]
As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, it’s time to imagine our future. The Wyoming State Museum is a proud partner of On Our 250th, a nationwide project capturing the wishes of Americans for the future of the United States! Our Wish Wall will pop up at various Cheyenne events starting with Civic Season […]
Join Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill Sites Educators at the Outdoor Interactive Exhibit Space for our monthly series of games, crafts, & activities: History in Play! In observance of Flag Day on June 14th commemorating the adoption of the U.S. flag, learn about the U.S. flag and the many flags of Texas through a brief […]
Since 1619, people of African ancestry have been woven into the American tapestry. Our Faces of Freedom full-day event celebrates Africans and African Americans from the 1600s to today. Atumpan will perform traditional dance with drums to honor the first Africans to arrive in the Americas. Historical interpreters will be on-site and on stage to […]
In partnership with the Alton Park Development Corportation, the National Action Network of Chattanooga, Community Art Summit, and Made By Us, the United By Change Coalition (UBC) is kicking off our second annual Civic Season in Chattanooga with a neighborhood Fish Fry and Juneteenth Celebration! WHEN: Saturday, June 14th from 11am to 5pm WHERE: Chattanooga […]
Let’s Party 🎉 Saturday, June 14, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM The Stowe Center for Literary Activism, Mark Twain House & Museum, and the Asylum Hill Neighborhood – AHNA invite you to join us for the Lawn Party at Nook Farm! Gather your friends and family, pack your blankets and snacks, and get ready […]
A gathering of youth and young adults with games, trivia, conversation, food and fun which will focus on history and significance of Juneteenth in Missouri City, Texas. Trivia and games will include the history of America's newest and oldest freedom holidays. Young people will discover how they can use their skills to shape America's future […]
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 2-8 PM. Featuring live music by the Orrin Evans Trio, The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol & Tyreek McDole Quintet. These three stellar bands exemplify the power of music as a liberational force. In addition, the day will feature poet Enid Pickett, KCSM’s Greg Bridges, hands-on art workshops with Andi […]
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 […]
From Juneteenth to the Fourth of July, Civic Season connects our newest and oldest federal holidays. The Idaho State Museum and cultural institutions nationwide are partnering with Made By Us. We invite all Americans to celebrate, learn, and take part in shaping the story of our country. As we look ahead to America's 250th anniversary […]