Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. On June
19, 1865, Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the Civil War had ended. General Order No. 3 stated, “The people of Texas are informed that in accordance with a Proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free.”
All activities will take place at African Burial Ground National Monument.
All Events are Free
All Events are Free
Night at the Museums
Tuesday, June 21, 2016 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Night at the Museums Fifteen New York museums will be open late on one special night as part of Lower Manhattan Cultural Council’s “Night at the Museums,” offering after-hour tours and special programming. For more information on participating venues, visit www.lmcc.net Ranger-led tours of the outdoor memorial will be held at 5 PM, 6 PM and 7 PM. Tuesday, June 21, 2016 4:00 PM
Take part in a poetry workshop led by poet and performer David Mills - your original submission about the African Burial Ground may be featured on our website! |
Monday July 4, 2016 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Historical Interpretation by 26th US Colored Troops, in period military uniforms. Monday July 4, 2016 1:00 PM
Memory Box Craft Workshop led by designer and artist Vickie Fremont where participants will create and decorate a box they can take home to store their cherished memories. |