ÎçҹѰ»¨â€™s John B. Cade Library to host Juneteenth celebration
The John B. Cade Library at ÎçҹѰ»¨, in collaboration with the ÎçҹѰ»¨ Museum of Art and the Leon R. Tarver II Cultural and Heritage Center, will host a campus-wide Juneteenth celebration on Thursday, June 19, featuring a full day of cultural programming, performances, and educational events.
This year’s theme, “Honoring the Legacy, Shaping the Future,” reflects a commitment to celebrating African-American heritage while empowering future generations.
Events include:
- 9 a.m.–10 a.m. – Opening Ceremony and Keynote Address
Leon R. Tarver II Cultural and Heritage Center – Multipurpose Room - 10 a.m.–4 p.m. – Guided Museum Tours (sign-up required) and African Marketplace
ÎçҹѰ»¨ Museum of Art and Tarver Center – Classroom - 10 a.m.–11:30 a.m. – Panel Discussion: “We Were There – The African American Experience”
Tarver Center – Multipurpose Room - 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. – Lunch, Music and Cultural Performances (food trucks, giveaways)
Smith-Brown Memorial Union Courtyard - 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. – Freedom Market Showcase (vendors, authors, artisans, organizations)
John B. Cade Library Breezeway / Smith-Brown Memorial Union Courtyard by Lake Kernan - 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. – Children’s Village (Artists Row, cultural activities, face painting, storytelling)
John B. Cade Library Lawn - 12:30–1:50 p.m. – Interactive Workshop: Genealogy and African American Family History featuring Dr. Leon R. Tarver II (Click to register.)
Tarver Center - 2 p.m. - Freedom March
Line-up starts at the intersection of Roosevelt Steptoe Ave. and Jesse Stone Ave. and will end at the Tarver Center
- 2–4 p.m. – Documentary Screening: “How We Got Over” (LPB) and panel discussion
Tarver Center – Multipurpose Room
Community members, sponsors and vendors are welcome to join in commemorating this historic holiday.
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To purchase a commemorative T-shirt, go to . Proceeds will benefit the John B. Cade Library