Salem Celebrates Juneteenth with Flag Raising, Festival, and Film Screenings
Salem To Host Juneteenth Events Across Witch City: Flag Raising, Festival, Film
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Salem, Massachusetts, is hosting a series of free events to celebrate Juneteenth on June 15 and June 19, including a flag-raising ceremony, a festival featuring performances and activities, and a screening of Pixar's 'Soul'. The events aim to honor Black culture and history.
- 01The Juneteenth Flag Raising will take place on June 15 at 1 p.m. at Riley Plaza, featuring remarks from local officials and community members.
- 02Salem's Juneteenth Jam Festival III is scheduled for June 19 at Charlotte Forten Park, honoring trailblazer Sarah Parker Remond on her 200th birthday.
- 03The festival will include a public reading of Frederick Douglass's work, games, crafts, and a free Black history tour limited to 40 participants.
- 04Admission to the Peabody Essex Museum will be free on Juneteenth, featuring community circles and live performances.
- 05The day concludes with a free screening of 'Soul' at Salem Common, starting around 8:30 p.m.
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Salem, Massachusetts, is set to host several free events in celebration of Juneteenth on June 15 and June 19, 2023. The festivities kick off with a flag-raising ceremony at Riley Plaza on June 15 at 1 p.m., organized in collaboration with the North Shore Juneteenth Association. This event will include speeches from local leaders, including Nicole McClain, President of the NSJA, and culminate with the raising of Juneteenth flags. On June 19, the Juneteenth Jam Festival III will take place at Charlotte Forten Park, starting at 11:30 a.m. The festival will honor Sarah Parker Remond, a prominent figure in the fight for freedom, with a keynote address and various activities such as crafts, games, and a public reading of Frederick Douglass's work. Additionally, the Peabody Essex Museum will offer free admission and host community events. The day will conclude with a free screening of Pixar's 'Soul' at Salem Common, providing a festive and educational atmosphere for all attendees.
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The Juneteenth events aim to foster community engagement and education about Black history and culture in Salem.
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