Celebrate Juneteenth: Liberation and Legacy at Greenfield Village

June 17, 2025

The Henry Ford is hosting "Celebrate Juneteenth: Liberation and Legacy," a comprehensive day-long event on June 19, 2025, at Greenfield Village to honor Black American history, culture, and resilience. The celebration commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of freedom to the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Visitors can experience live music performances, historical reenactments, cooking demonstrations featuring traditional African American recipes, and shop from over 25 Black-owned businesses at the Detroit Central Market.

Who is affected

Metro Detroit residents and visitors
The Black American community
Attendees of the Juneteenth celebration
Musicians and performers participating in the event
Black-owned businesses and nonprofits showcased at Detroit Central Market
The 25+ vendors including Motor City Popcorn, Sepia Coffee, Elle Jae Essentials, and others
Families and children participating in the creative activities

What action is being taken

The Henry Ford is organizing a day-long Juneteenth celebration on June 19, 2025
Live performances by Selected of God, Rev. Robert Jones, Sky Covington's Trio, DJ Jungle 313 & Spin Inc Detroit, and Taslimah Bey Quartet are being featured
The 102nd United States Colored Troop Company C is performing historical reenactments
Traditional African American cooking demonstrations are being held at the Mattox Family Home
Over 25 Black-owned businesses are being showcased at the Detroit Central Market
Interactive family activities including collaborative mural creation with The Coloring Museum are being offered

Why it matters

Juneteenth is now a federally recognized holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States
The event honors Black American history, culture, and resilience
It provides a platform for Black-owned businesses and artists
The celebration serves as a community gathering for remembrance, recognition, and joy
It educates attendees about the historical significance of Juneteenth through immersive experiences
The event highlights Black contributions to American culture through music, food, and art

What's next

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