June 20, 2020 11:00AM-3:00PM AAMP's Juneteenth Virtual Festival

Join us in celebration and reflection at our Juneteenth 2020 Virtual Festival! 2020 marks Pennsylvania’s first “official” statewide observance of Juneteenth, the African American holiday which originated in 1865 when the news of emancipation finally reached Galveston, Texas. This Juneteenth we will Celebrate the Diaspora by showcasing performances, fun activities, and public dialogues for all ages that highlight current and historic Diasporic connections across the globe. Artists, scholars and activists will discuss the 15th and 19th Amendments and the evolution of the Black Vote, Immigrant Heritage Month, and the immense contributions members of the African Diaspora make to the Philadelphia and worldwide cultural landscape. Juneteenth 2020 Virtual Festival: Celebrate the Diaspora is presented by the African American Museum in Philadelphia in close partnership with WURD, African Cultural Alliance of North America (ACANA), Coalition of African and Caribbean Communities- Philadelphia (AFRICOM), Office of Immigrant Affairs- City of Philadelphia, and Pennsylvania Juneteenth Coalition (PAJC).  Juneteenth 2020 Virtual Festival: Celebrate the Diaspora! Saturday, June 20, 2020, 11am - 3pm To confirm your attendance:   After registering, connection information for this Zoom-hosted program will be emailed to you prior to the event. Support Our Museum -- Help Advocate on Behalf of AAMP Due to the challenges brought by the pandemic, Philadelphia’s proposed revised budget eliminates funding for AAMP. Join Our Advocacy Efforts by SIGNING A PETITION urging City Council to restore the museum's annual allocation.