All-day Juneteenth Celebration at Liberation Station Bookstore on June 20

Liberation Station, at 430 Hill Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is North Carolina’s first Black-owned children’s bookstore. It’s a place where Black children can see themselves beautifully reflected in the books they read.

Liberation Station also hosts many events for the community. You can find them at liberationstationbookstore.com/events/ or on Facebook.

Juneteenth Saturday Celebration

The store will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p .m.

• 9 to 11 a.m.: Sweet Potato Pies & Storytime. Start your morning with stories that nourish the soul and a taste of tradition. Enjoy a special Juneteenth storytime and receive a free slice of sweet potato pie with any bookstore purchase while supplies last.
• 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Black Out Author Showcase. Meet Black authors, illustrators, and storytellers whose work is shaping the next generation of readers. Discover new books, hear their stories, and support Black literature.
• 2 to 3 p.m.: Dear Reader Candle Company Pop-Up. Books and candles belong together. Shop literary-inspired candles crafted to bring your favorite reading moments to life.
• 3 to 5 p.m.: Jam & Jubilee with Miss Nikki. Join us for an afternoon of music, movement, and celebration designed especially for children and families. Expect singing, dancing, and plenty of joy.
• Following Jam & Jubilee: The Jubilee Parade. The celebration moves outside with a joyful community parade honoring the spirit of Juneteenth through movement, music, and togetherness.
• 5 to 6 p.m.: Kids Paint & Sip. Young creatives are invited to paint, create, and celebrate freedom through art in a fun, family-friendly experience.
• 6 to 9 p.m.: Open Shopping Hours. Wind down the evening by browsing our carefully curated collection of Black children’s books, gifts, and treasures while supporting North Carolina’s first Black-owned children’s bookstore.