Celebrating Freedom’s Ring as we honor Juneteenth!
Join us for our third annual Honor Juneteenth event! Juneteenth is considered the oldest celebration of the end of enslavement in the United States – and an official state holiday here in New York! We will spotlight the events, experiences, and people fundamental to our collective understanding and appreciation of freedom. The holiday is inspired by events that occurred on June 19, 1865, when Union troops brought the message of emancipation and the end of the Civil War to over 250,000 enslaved persons in Texas – more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. These messengers of freedom were met with shock and jubilation.
As you explore the Historic Village, step into timed immersive experiences that showcase Black history and culture from the Genesee Valley Region – in the 19th century, and today!
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Explore 19th-century trades
As you make your way through the Historic Village during our Honoring Juneteenth event, explore a breadth of skilled trades and stories of Black Americans from our region in the 19th century.
Don’t miss:
- Coopering in the Cooper’s Shop with guest Noah Schiffer
- Barbering in Hosmer’s Inn Basement
- Jesse Jackson’s Bake Shop and the connection to a modern day bakery, Mama J’s
- Laundering and the story of Josephine Kenny with guest Tippy Hood
- Black entrepreneurship in the Altay Store and the story of Austin Steward
- and more!
Follow the history of emancipation
General Order No. 3 brought word of emancipation and the end of the Civil War to over 250,000 enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865 – more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
Visit the Print Shop to further explore this story!
Experience culinary traditions
As you make your way through homes in the Village, learn from costumed historic cooks about the culinary traditions surrounding Juneteenth celebrations and see receipts (called recipes, today) by Malinda Russell, the first known female African American published cookbook author.
Don’t forget to stop by the D.B. Munger & Co. Confectionery to buy a piece of her rose cake!
Enjoy story time in the Gallery
Join special guest Tippy Hood in the John L. Wehle Gallery for Juneteenth story time!
Check back soon to see the books we’ll be enjoying during Honoring Juneteenth.
Partnering Organizations
Visit with and learn from a wide variety of partnering organizations who will be on-site for Honoring Juneteenth!
Check back as our list of partnering organizations continues to grow!
Is your organization interested in joining us for Honoring Juneteenth, this year, or in the future? Simply fill out the form below to submit your information to our Events team.
Ticket Information
Museum Members: FREE
Adults: $18
Seniors (62+): $15
Students (13 – 18): $15
Youth (3 – 12): $12
Children (under 3): FREE
GCV&M Member admission is FREE and guaranteed for this event. Click here to learn more about joining the Museum as a Member!
Get your tickets online in advance and save $! There will be a small additional fee for tickets purchased day-of online and at the door.
