Juneteenth in Kennett Square
Chester County, once known as a “hotbed of abolitionism,” was the threshold of liberty for Black freedom seekers making their way across the border from Delaware, a slave state, and
Continue readingChester County, once known as a “hotbed of abolitionism,” was the threshold of liberty for Black freedom seekers making their way across the border from Delaware, a slave state, and
Continue readingJuneteenth is a holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of the final abolition of slavery. This year it will be commemorated on June 13th at Theodore Roosevelt Island
Continue readingThis Union fortification comes to life as military and civilian reenactors portray the lives of soldier and citizen inhabitants of the fort.
Continue readingSaturday, April 22, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Discover the past and invest in our future at FairfaxHisTree Day, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sat. April 22, at
Continue readingSaturday, April 15, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Emancipation Day marks April 16th 1862, when President Abraham Lincoln signed the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act. The Act
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Continue readingThe Battle of Olustee or Battle of Ocean Pond was fought in Baker County, Florida on February 20, 1864, during the American Civil War. It was the largest battle fought
Continue readingJoin in honoring the soldiers and civilians of the American Civil War in this special annual parade. The parade lines up on Middle Street, proceeds to Baltimore Street and then
Continue readingFort Stevens was part of the extensive fortifications built around Washington, D.C., during the American Civil War. This event commemorates the history of the battle fought there in 1864 and
Continue readingJuneteenth is a holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of the final abolition of slavery.
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