JUNETEENTH
Juneteenth commemorates the oldest date of the ending of slavery that we know of and dates back to 1865. June 19, 1865, union soldiers, including Colored soldiers led by Major General Gordon Granger, arrived at Galveston, Texas, with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free.
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, Black Independence Day, became a federal holiday June 17, 2021
JUNETEENTH 2024
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WED. JUNE 19
Annual Juneteenth Commemoration
Our privilege at Beck is to celebrate Juneteenth with special exhibits and commemorations each year. We invite you to save the date and plan to join us, as your presence makes this celebration truly special.
Juneteenth Celebration
TASTE OF SOUL FOOD
By Johnny Butler
Wednesday. June 19. 2024 | 4PM | Beck Cultural Exchange Center
Unshackled Discussion PART I
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024 @ 4PM
Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom in all aspects of life, including the freedom of expression, is a time to reflect on the past and envision a better future. Many voices have been silenced over the years, leading to deep-seated trauma and pain. By fostering an open and unshackled conversation, we create a space for the sharing of experiences, promoting engagement and empowerment. We extend a warm and inclusive invitation to you to join us for this Juneteenth Freedom Day conversation, where we hold in high regard the voices of our young adults.
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Unshackled Discussion PARTII
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024 @ 5:30PM
Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom in all aspects of life, including the freedom of expression, is a time to reflect on the past and envision a better future.
The Tennessee Black Caucus of State Legislators has convened in Knoxville during Juneteenth for many years to discuss topics on the state of the Black community and provide updates on the legislature. Join State Representative of District 15, Sam McKenzie, and the Tennessee Black Caucus of State Legislators for this open and unshackled conversation. We warmly invite you to join us for this Juneteenth Freedom Day conversation.
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This project is being supported in whole or in part by federal award number 21.027 awarded to the
City of Knoxville by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Arts & Culture Alliance.
Beck acknowledges the generous support of Knox County Tennessee Defined Services Program for ongoing support of this important work.
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