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This is a FREE community event observing Juneteenth, the nation’s oldest celebration commemorating the end of slavery. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond.
Juneteenth is hosted by: Senator Ulysses S. Currie; Prince George’s County Council member Samuel H. Dean, District 6; and Samuel J. Parker, Jr., Chairman of the Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission. Festivities throughout the day include: musical and inspirational performances, living history demonstrations, old-fashioned games and family fun, food vendors (food for sale) and exhibitors, as well as free servings of Rita’s Ice. James E. Thomas, well-known historical interpreter and expert on spirituals, will be the special Juneteenth guest, along with historian Dr. Irving Smith who will serve as our MC for the day.
The main stage will be overflowing with a variety of musical performances throughout the day include Solomon Sparrow (Gospel choir/Jazz with choir instrumentals); the Richard Payne Trio (Jazz); the All Natural African Dancers and Drummers (ANADAD); Y’Anna Crawley winner of the 2009 Sunday's Best TV show; Union Bethel AME Aleipho Dance Ministry (Praise Dance); Alexander Community Dance Group (Modern, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop); Urban Artistry (Urban Dance Crew); Prince George’s County Police Rhythm and Blues Band (Jazz Set); Phil Wiggins (Traditional Piedmont Blues); and the First Baptist Church of Glenarden (Gospel Choir), and more.
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