Join Us for a Joyous Juneteenth Celebration!

Celebrate Freedom and Unity 

While the storm may have washed out our original Juneteenth celebration on June 19, it could never wash away our spirit or our purpose. We are so pleased that our rescheduled Juneteenth will take place on July 19, at Kennett Library from 11 am to 4 pm.

Join us for an inspiring day when you will step into a vibrant world of culture, history, and community as we honor the resilience and achievements of African Americans. Bring family and friends and join us for an afternoon filled with enlightening activities, inspiring speakers, and joyous festivities that pay tribute to freedom and equality.

Mural depicting Harriet Tubman in Kennett Library

Drawing of original Harriet Tubman mural that was on Masonic Hall, now demolished to make way for new Kennett Library

Full mural depicting Harriet Tubman and other historical figures in Kennett Library

What to Expect

​Meet stilt walker, Mafalda Thomas-Bouze, dancer and drummer.

Brother Hakim Tendaji on congo drums

Learn to play ancient Mancala game

Facepainting for all ages

Caribbean Jerk BBQ

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• Cultural Performances: Experience the rhythms of our heritage with live music, dance, and spoken word performances that celebrate Black excellence.
• Engaging Resources: Disover a wealth of resources, from educational programs to commuity services in the greater Kennett community that can enhance your personal and professional life.  Learn about and support initiatives that matter to you and help to make a positive impact in your community. 
• Delicious Food: Savor a variety of traditional dishes and contemporary cuisine from local Black-owned restaurants and food vendors.
• Community Connections: Meet local artisans, historians, and community leaders. This is a perfect opportunity to network and build lasting connections!
• Family-Friendly Activities: Bring the whole family for crafts, storytelling, and games that educate and entertain!

Dr. Daisy Century portrays "Sojourner Truth"

Meet "Harriet Tubman" at Juneteenth Jubilee

Born Araminta Ross, Harriet Tubman lived as a slave on a Maryland plantation. Frequently threatened, beaten, whipped, and starved, Ms. Tubman’s indomitable spirit could not be broken. Suffering from a head wound incurred when a furious overseer aimed a two-pound weight at another slave, but missed, Harriet Tubman suffered from seizures for the rest of her life. But even this daunting physical obstacle could not keep her from her freeing herself and freeing others from slavery. A Union spy during the Civil War as well as a nurse, Ms. Tubman directed her consider energies towards humanitarian causes that included women’s suffrage after the war.

Dr. Daisy Century is an historical interpreter, actress, educator, accomplished singer and writer, writing under the name Emily Nelson.  Daisy defines her role as a Historical Interpreter because she becomes that character.  She dresses like the character  from that particular time period and weaves their story to the audience from birth to death.  As an educator Dr. Daisy Century has her Ed.D.  She taught for over twenty years in the Philadelphia School System as an award winning science teacher.  She has become quite a history hound and historian researching information for her historical  interpretations. As a writer. Daisy has penned four books thus far. Stay tune for new books in the near future. More on her website, https://www.daisycentury.com/

Gallery of photos from prior Kennett Square Juneteenth years

Be sure to click Gallery tab for more past Juneteenth celebrations in Kennett Square

Thank you, Sponsors, for your generous support!

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