Juneteenth
A Celebration of Freedom
Penn Museum
Saturday, Jun. 15, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm ET
Free and Open to the Public
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Juneteenth—commemorating the end of slavery in the United States—is a day to celebrate freedom, heritage, and community.
Bring the whole family for a festival filled with joyful performance, live DJ sets, captivating storytelling, and hands-on activities for all ages. Support Black-owned businesses at a community marketplace or grab a bite from locally owned food trucks.
Advance registration is encouraged but not required. Walk up registration will be available.
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Registration required to enjoy free access. Choose your entry time to explore the event and galleries at your own pace.
A Day of Celebration
- Music & Dance: Event host Starfire, live DJ, West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad, and line dancing with Kenny J
- Workshops and Hands-On Activities: Drumming with Karen Smith, quilt-making with Carla Wiley, and Adinkra art-making
- In the Galleries: Join a Daily Dig pop-up talk to learn about extraordinary artifacts from our collection and explore replica artifacts at Cartifact stations
- Storytelling: Auntie Jo Jo and Black Boys Makin’ Noise storytelling group
- Support Black-Owned Business: Explore a community fair spotlighting local organizations focused on health and wellness
- Eat & Drink: Food trucks with sweet and savory fare for purchase and the Museum Café is open from 10:00 am–3:00 pm