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SUMMARY:The History of Juneteenth: A Legacy of Freedom. A Future of Justice.
DESCRIPTION:\nThursday, June 11 | 2:00 PM\n\n\n\nPresented by Derek HankersonHistorian & President of Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationists\n\n\n\nJuneteenth is more than a date in history. It is a powerful story of resilience, delayed justice, perseverance, and the ongoing pursuit of freedom in America.\n\n\n\nJoin respected historian Derek Hankerson for a compelling and thought-provoking presentation exploring the deeper historical roots of Juneteenth and its connection to Florida, the Seminole Wars, Black history, and the enduring fight for liberty.\n\n\n\nWhile June 19, 1865 marks the day enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally learned they were free (more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation), the story of freedom stretches far beyond a single day. From Fort Mose, the first legally recognized free Black settlement in present-day America, to the Black Seminoles who fought alongside Seminole warriors during the Second Seminole War, this lecture uncovers the powerful and often overlooked stories that shaped the American experience.\n\n\n\nThrough vivid storytelling and historical insight, Hankerson connects the past to the present, exploring themes of resistance, cultural identity, justice, and community that still resonate today.\n\n\n\nThis is not simply a history lecture. It is an opportunity to better understand the legacy of freedom and why its story continues to matter.\n\n\n\nWHY ATTEND?Discover the deeper meaning and origins of JuneteenthLearn about Florida’s overlooked role in the fight for freedomExplore the history of Fort Mose, Black Seminoles, and the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage CorridorHear from one of the region’s most engaging historians and preservation advocates\n\n\n\nADMISSION:$5 for Members | $18 for Non-MembersIncludes museum admission. Valid Membership card required for member entry\n\n\n\nPlease Pay HERE Online to ensure your seat. NO REFUNDSThis talk is expected to sell out – there is no guaranteed availability at the door\n\n\n\nAny Questions, please call us at (772) 225-1961\n
URL:https://hsmc-fl.com/calendar/the-history-of-juneteenth-a-legacy-of-freedom-a-future-of-justice/
CATEGORIES:Elliott,Lectures,Special Events
LOCATION:825 NE Ocean Boulevard, Stuart, FL 34996
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