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Sankofa’s International Day of Remembrance Ceremony
VirtualThis day honors the millions of African men, women and children who perished during the Middle Passage. Join The Sankofa Projects as they educate and celebrate the rich and diverse history of the African diaspora and bring awareness to this tragic chapter in American and global history. The program includes African drumming, songs, dance, poetry,...
Juneteenth: The Fight for Freedom and the Power of Words
Hampton History Museum 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton, VA, United StatesJoin playwright Marie St. Clair for this Fragments of Freedom Cultural Arts & Theatre Productions event: showcasing spoken word, video and live music to honor the arc of freedom fought for by African Americans throughout history. A host of speakers from the arts, media, and the government will present excerpts of powerful speeches from historical...
Celebrate Healthcare’s Juneteenth Festival
Darling Stadium 4111 Victoria Boulevard, Hampton, VA, United StatesCelebrate freedom and Father’s Day at Celebrate Healthcare’s Juneteenth Festival. Attendees can partake in a plethora of community-focused activities including entertainment, health and wellness offerings, a resources fair and other special attractions.
3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedomfest – Celebration Fathers and All Families
Mill Point Park 100 Eaton Street, Hampton, VA, United StatesJoin us for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedomfest - Celebration Fathers and All Families at Mill Point Park! Special Performance by the Dynamic GO-GO Band Be'la Dona! This in-person event promises to be a day filled with joy, music, food, and community spirit. Come together with your loved ones to celebrate this important day in American history. Let's honor our past, celebrate our present, and look forward to...
Juneteenth Luminaria Hosted by the National Park Service
Honoring 246 years of African heritage between the first enslaved African Landing in English speaking North America in 1619 and the passage of the 13th Amendment ending slavery in the US in 1865. Join us to reflect on Juneteenth and legacy of the 400 years of African American history. The public is invited to walk...
