Date: | Wednesday, Dec 31, 1969 |
Time: | 7:00 PM |
Location: | Museum-wide |
Suggested Audience: | All ages |
Sensory Information: |
Juneteenth Jamboree—Free Admission
Free admission
Advance tickets available May 22
Museum members do not need an advance ticket
We are currently accepting vendor applications for our Juneteenth Marketplace.
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A time of reflection and community celebration of freedom. Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is also called Emancipation Day or Juneteenth Independence Day.
**All Juneteenth Jamboree events and activities are included with free museum admission.**
Activities and experiences
- Themed programming
- Giveaways (while supplies last)
- Live performances
- Local artist showcase
- Marketplace shopping
- Visual art opportunties
- Community resource information
Dresses from Miss Indy Juneteenth will be on display May 17–July 1.
Confirmed performances
Portia Jackson
Emancipation Celebrations
Storyteller Portia Jackson will give a historic overview of the emancipation proclamationa nd the celebrations of freedom that have followed.
Griot Drum Ensemble
This extraordinary group of musicians brings African storytelling and music to life in a dynamic way.
How to attend
Free tickets will be available beginning May 22.
All Dates for This Event | |
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Date | Time |
June 1, 2024 | 10:00 AM |