Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates the enforced end of slavery in Galveston on June 19, 1865.
Held along Washington Avenue, this street festival and marketplace offer access to dozens of pop-up vendors, food, music, games, a job fair and more. Limited free admission and VIP options are available. The event will take place on June 17 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. at 1003 Washington Ave.Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston is hosting a national live-streamed webinar at Gavleston’s Reedy Chapel A.M.E. Church on Thursday, June 15 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
The agenda for the 90-minute event will feature performances, inspirational Juneteenth remarks and an expert panel that will discuss historical aspects of Juneteenth and where we are today. Although this is a live-streamed event, individuals are invited to be a part of the live audience.Join the NIA Cultural Center and other local community partners for an open dialogue honoring the federal holiday and history of Juneteenth in Galveston where it all began.
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