Free celebration of liberty with special guests, performers and activities
BROWARD COUNTY, FL – Broward County Library (BCL) commemorates Juneteenth, the oldest known celebration honoring the official end of slavery in the United States. Enjoy free events all month long, including the legendary Blues & Sweet Potato Pie Festival.
The 25th Annual Blues and Sweet Potato Pie Festival, a free BCL signature event held at Northwest Branch/Apollo Park, celebrates Juneteenth from 1 to 7PM on June 13 with a day of family fun that includes a sweet potato pie contest, arts & crafts, food vendors, performances and a live blues concert.
Other free, noteworthy Juneteenth events include:
- Selma is Now: The Photography of Spider Martin Exhibit: View images from historic Civil Rights era
June 1 -27, branch hours, African American Research Library and Cultural Center
- Black History of Hollywood Florida: Documentary screening and historian-led discussion
June 5, 3-5PM, Hollywood Branch
- The Juneteenth Experience Community Workshop with Hued Songs: All ages invited to connect and reflect through art June 6, 2-4PM and June 20, 7:30 – 9PM, African American Research Library and Cultural Center
- Reflection Circle and Trivia: Exploring and honoring Juneteenth
June 8, 3-4PM, Hollywood Branch
- Free Hands Art Workshop with artist David Miller: Participate in a handprint art installation
June 18, 3-4PM, Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch
- Southern Road to Freedom: Florida’s Underground Railroad – Florida Talks Series
June 18, 4-5PM, Tyrone Bryant Branch
All programs are free and open to the public, with registration requested.
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