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Juneteenth Add to this World Sidewalk Chalk Mural with OCAAHS

  • African American Commemorative Park 140 West Church Street Orange, Virginia, 22960 United States (map)

Juneteenth Add to this World Sidewalk Chalk Mural with OCAAHS

Join the Orange County African American Historical Society and the Arts Center in Orange as we celebrate freedom, heritage, and community at our annual Juneteenth Celebration!

Theme: Hidden Figures, Living Legacy
Showcasing Orange County African American Historical Trailblazers

Learn about the lives and legacies of:

• Gussie Taylor – Educator & Civic Leader
• Nanny Helen Burroughs – Educator & Founder of the National Training School for Women and Girls
• Dr. Isaiah Jackson – Founder of Jackson Town & Community Leader
• Dr. Henry Potter Cobbs – General Practice Physician

Special Presentation by Bruce Monroe
"Growing Up During Jim Crow and the Transition to Integration"

Enjoy an afternoon of:
Speak with Local Authors
Community Tent with Historical Displays
Ice Cup Giveaways
Street Art Project for Families (presented by The Arts Center in Orange)
Adult & Kids Games
Live Music & More

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors as we honor the rich history and enduring legacy of Orange County's African American community.

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Orange Painting Club

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Mentorship Award Showcase