Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, contains the remnants of one of the largest plantations of the pre-Civil War South. The plantation belonged to the Bennehan-Cameron family, whose combined holdings totaled approximately 900 enslaved people and almost 30,000 acres of land by 1860. Stagville offers a view of the past, especially that of its African American … [Read more...] about 4th of July Reading at Stagville
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Free Zumba at John Chavis Memorial Park June 24
John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, is hosting Juneteenth Jubilee, a series of free events that celebrate and honor African American culture through history, entertainment, dancing and more. The events take place from Monday, June 10, to Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Find details about these events and more here. Fun Fitness in the ParkMondays from June 10 to … [Read more...] about Free Zumba at John Chavis Memorial Park June 24
Juneteenth at the Nasher Museum of Art June 20
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is celebrating Juneteenth on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free celebration. Enjoy spoken word artists, a poetry writing workshop, interactive art experiences and more. There will be a cash bar. The Nasher is at 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Parking is free. The museum is closed on Wednesday, June 19, for … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at the Nasher Museum of Art June 20
Juneteenth in JoCo — parade and celebration
Celebrate Juneteenth in JoCo on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The celebration will start with a parade, which will begin at The Alumni Center, 1110 Massey Street, Smithfield, NC, and proceed to the Smith-Collins Park, 909 E. Lee Street. Then, enjoy the cookout and celebration in the park, which features music from DJ Sham Rock. This celebration is from 3 to 6 p.m. … [Read more...] about Juneteenth in JoCo — parade and celebration
19 Juneteenth Celebrations in the Triangle in 2024
Juneteenth is a celebration that commemorates the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States. It marks the day, June 19th, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to enslaved African–Americans in Texas. It took more than two years for word of freedom to get to enslaved people, and freedom is still a … [Read more...] about 19 Juneteenth Celebrations in the Triangle in 2024
Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
The North Carolina Public Defender's Association and the NCCU School of Law Social Justice and Racial Equity Institute are planning an event to commemorate Juneteenth. Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts takes place Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., at NCCU New Student Center, 500 Nelson Street, Durham, NC. The event is free and open to all. RSVP here. Guest … [Read more...] about Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP
Research Triangle Park is hosting Party in the Park: A Celebration of Juneteenth, on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 12 to 2 p.m. It will take place at The Hub RTP Experience Center (XPC), 300 Park Offices Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC. At this free outdoor event, there will be a live DJ, food trucks, and giant lawn games. The first 150 guests will receive a free RTP picnic blanket and … [Read more...] about Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate Juneteenth at the third annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration. The event takes place at Hargraves Community Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, NC on Sunday, June 16, 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m. This is a free event. Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Juneteenth festivities celebrate … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration
Double Dutch Fest 2024 Block Party
Double Dutch NC is presenting the 2nd Double Dutch Fest Block Party on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 12 to 6 p.m, at the intersection of Fayetteville Street and Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina This is a free event and is also a celebration of Juneteenth. It will feature: … [Read more...] about Double Dutch Fest 2024 Block Party
Cary’s Juneteenth Celebration June 15
The Town of Cary is celebrating Juneteenth on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This free event will feature live music, food trucks, and vendors. Schedule The following activities will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion: The following activities will take place along Park Street and in Park Street Courts: … [Read more...] about Cary’s Juneteenth Celebration June 15
