Juneteenth—commemorating the end of slavery in the United States—is a day to celebrate freedom, heritage, and community.
Bring the whole family for a festival filled with joyful performance, live DJ sets, captivating storytelling, and hands-on activities for all ages. Support Black-owned businesses at a community marketplace or grab a bite from locally owned food trucks.
Admission is FREE.
Event host Starfire, DJ Aura, West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad, and line dancing with Kenny J
Drumming with Karen Smith, quilt-making with Carla Wiley, and Adinkra art-making
#ForTheCulture Community conversation and Diaspora DNA Pop-up exhibition, curated by Monica O. Mongomery, and learn about West Philadelphia Community Archaeology project Heritage West
Auntie Jo Jo and Black Boys Makin’ Noise storytelling group
Support Black-owned business and explore a community fair spotlighting local organizations focused on health and wellness
Food trucks like Pot of Essence and Blueish Bakes with sweet and savory fare for purchase and the Museum Café is open from 10 am–3 pm
Penn Museum
3260 South St.
Philadelphia, PA
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