June 19 | Anacostia Community Museum's Juneteenth Celebration
Join us as we honor Juneteenth with a day full of culture, community, and celebration! From engaging workshops to powerful performances, this event is a tribute to resilience, creativity, and heritage.
🌿 Morning Yoga & Urban Gardening (10 AM - 12 PM)
Start the day with a Morning Yoga by Grounded, followed by an Urban Gardening Workshop that explores the deep-rooted agricultural traditions of African American culture. Participants will:
✅ Discover the historical significance of canning and root cellars
✅ Learn how to plant now for a fall and winter harvest
✅ Get expert tips on container gardening and winter storage
✅ Explore multi-planting techniques for a bountiful harvest
✅ Take home a Root Vegetable Grow Bag and witness a fresh pickle-making demo
Both morning workshops will have limited giveaways! First come, first serve.
🎶 Main Stage Performances (Starting at 12 PM)
The stage comes alive at 12pm, Hosted by BeMo Brown and vibes all day by Miss HER. The incredible lineup of artists and performers:
🎧 DJ Set – Miss HER
🎤 Spoken Word by Teen Poet Lemonade Dream
🎶 Pinky tha Rapper – High-energy lyrical storytelling
🎸 Joi Carter & Band – Soulful melodies and live music
🔥 Black Alley Band (Headliner) – A dynamic fusion of funk, rock, and go-go
🎨 Community Art & Cultural Activities
🖌️ Interactive Mural – Curated by local artist Brian Bailey
💃🏾 Double Dutch – A classic community favorite
🍽️ Local Food Trucks – Enjoy delicious bites throughout the day
Come together with family, friends, and neighbors to celebrate freedom, culture, and community. This is a FREE event open to all!
This event is generously sponsored by PEPCO An Exelon Company.
This event is also supported in part by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.