Juneteenth Festival-“Advancing the Legacy of Juneteenth through Storytelling, Song, and Community.”

Description

The presenting sponsor for this dynamic event is the Northern Neck Hidden History Trail, with support from Virginia Humanities, VA250, and MACorp. Together, they help make this a meaningful and memorable experience for all ages. The celebration will feature keynote speaker Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander, a renowned historian and author known for her work on African American history and emancipation. Attendees will also enjoy a live performance by Roberta Lea, an acclaimed country singer whose soulful sound bridges genres and generations.