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 […]
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 […]
The Canandaigua Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust are excited to feature the American Revolution Experience at the Ontario County Historical Society and Museum from June 14 - June 26, 2025. The innovative pop-up exhibition includes display panels and interactive digital kiosks that use storytelling, illustration, technology and unique […]
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 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.
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 […]
Bob’s Pop-Up Court You be the judge. Step into our pop-up courtroom and rule on real-life civic dilemmas—from youth curfews to online free speech. Inspired by Justice Robert H. Jackson, this interactive exhibit invites you to listen to short arguments, cast your vote, and reflect on what justice means today. Add your voice to the […]
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 […]
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 […]