Join us as we welcome Dr. LeMar, who will be speaking about the history of Juneteenth and how it became a national holiday.
In this insightful review, Dr. Clovis Shane LeMar explores the confluence of events that marked the inception of the first Juneteenth celebrations—a triumphant moment arising from the American Civil War without a single shot being fired. Delving into the historical significance, this piece sheds light on the journey towards recognizing Juneteenth as a national holiday, offering valuable lessons that resonate with the essence of freedom and unity in American history.
AGE GROUP: | New Adults | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Speaker | Discussion/Lecture | Arts & Cultural |
TAGS: | Juneteenth |
Mon, May 13 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Tue, May 14 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Wed, May 15 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Thu, May 16 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Fri, May 17 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Sat, May 18 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Sun, May 19 | Closed |