The observance of JUNETEENTH IS ABOUT THE JOURNEY AND ACHIEVEMENT OF
AFRICAN AMERICANS - from a horrific period of sanctioned enslavement
to the pinnacle of human endeavors. It is a story of pride, resilience
and determination that will always be of historical and spiritual
importance – as it serves us well to understand that together, we
can overcome all obstacles in our path. As we know it, June 19th 1865,
was the day word reached the enslaved in Galveston, Texas that their
emancipation had been made formal, though it had been so since
January, 1, 1863. And with those words, our country changed, this
world changed. And, with bold and contentious decisions, we have
continued to change – striving always to make it right, to make it
better for all.
Again, we have the opportunity to look back at this nearly
century-and-a-half journey of progress. We pay homage to those who
have gone before us, those that have paved the road to freedom –
many with their lives. We stand on their shoulders. We, as a
collective, from all walks of life, are a part of this victory. We
celebrate freedom.
Through our celebrations we reflect this independence. Through grass
roots organizing and community collaboration we enjoy the creativity
and dedication that produce celebrations
THIS EVENT IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC
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