On Thursday, June 19 from 2-5 p.m., celebrate Black culture, heritage and community at Mardi Gras Park. A live DJ, arts and crafts, line dancing and other activities will be available for guests to enjoy.
Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program
On June 19-22, the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program will be taking over the Port City by storm. Catch the second line parade in downtown Mobile at 6:19 p.m. on the evening of Juneteenth, witness the intelligence and beauty of the pageant participants on June 21 and listen to speakers talk about their hopes for the future on June 22
History of Juneteenth
Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) is celebrated as the day in 1865 when Union soldiers landed in Galveston, Texas to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people were freed. The troop's arrival came two and a half years after former President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the end to slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African American holiday.
BLOGS & MORE
Blog:Depth of Perspective in the Deep South
The importance of Juneteenth is the lens through which the past can be assessed, present redefined and future transformed regarding race relations and the possibilities for all Black people.
Blog: Juneteenth to Me
To me, Juneteenth is not only a celebration of independence, but it is also an opportunity to show deep gratitude for the millions of lives who found the strength to survive.
Suggested Itinerary:Our Storied Past
Discover the significant imprint of Black history on Mobile, from the story of segregation to the soulful taste of Black-owned restaurants. Plan your trip today!
