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 […]
The United States will celebrate its 250th birthday next year. What is your wish for the United States? History museums across the country invite you to chime in at OnOur250th.org. The Democracy Center at JANM is partnering with Made By Us, The New York Historical, and history museums across the country to invite YOU to […]
America's Black Holocaust Museum invites you to celebrate a longstanding Milwaukee tradition of Juneteenth (June 19th) both at the citywide festival a hosted by the Northcott Neighborhood House and then visit us to learn more about the history behind this important American holiday. At the museum we will have many featured events including: 🍕A Slice […]
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 […]
Listen in as Lucy Nichols discusses her experience as a nurse for the Union during the Civil War, and her fight for fair compensation after the War.
Conner Prairie's podcast, “This is Reclamation!” explores Black history, cultural resilience, and the impact of faith, food, and fellowship. Come join us as live audience members for the filming of the last episode in our 10-part deep-dive series focused on our newest exhibit Promised Land as Proving Ground.
Did you know that San Antonio had over 80 Negro Motorist Green Book sites? Embark on a 2.5-hour journey through San Antonio’s historic East Side neighborhoods with us as we uncover the stories of African American entrepreneurship, resilience, community, and travel. Our trip will begin at the Brackenridge Parking Garage at 3501 Avenue B. There […]
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 […]
Let’s talk history, civics, and democracy with an old-school pizza party. Featured history: those two times Frederick Douglass visited Saginaw. Learn what he had to say when he was here. Plus trivia and prizes! Selfie Station!
What do Black joy and Juneteenth mean to you? Come join us on the Edward and Margaret Imo Family Plaza for a joyful Juneteenth celebration with an evening of performances highlighting the beauty of Black American culture. Enjoy spoken word by InnerGy, live music by a Georgia Mae Ensemble, a vocal performance by artist Aida Ade, and an […]
In order to form a more perfect union July 4th commemorates the moment a new nation was born, based on ideals that each generation since has worked to bring to life: freedom, equality, justice, and opportunity. Juneteenth, celebrated just a few weeks earlier, reminds us of the struggles and hard-won victories in our ongoing journey to […]