A longstanding North Carolina tradition is to celebrate Emancipation Day, a commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Traditionally this was celebrated on January 1st, and included a parade and program, followed by singing, poetry reading, and speeches by both black and white leaders.
Located on the outskirts of Raleigh, Oberlin Village was a vibrant African American community
established after the Civil War. Celebrate Emancipation Day by joining local historian Carmen Wimberly
Cauthen and Cheryl Williams for a guided tour of Oberlin Village.
Location: Pope House Museum, 515 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina
Date: Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Age: All
Cost: $6 for Children / $15 for Adults
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