Affiliate Events
Juneteenth in Da Rock affiliate events bearing the Mosaic Templars stamp of approval are organized statewide by various organizations, each encapsulating the spirit of Juneteenth in Da Rock. These events, scattered across the state, honor the legacy of
African American emancipation with diverse activities.
“Juneteenth Faith and Freedom” Film Screening
Hosted by Central Arkansas Library System
A Black man is troubled by the legacy of American slavery and the misuse of Christianity to justify it. He travels throughout Texas and discovers how the Juneteenth holiday reveals the hope and courage that empowered the formerly enslaved and their descendants to fight for freedom in an often-unjust society.
Dates and Locations
Monday, June 10th | 6:30 PM | Dee Brown Library (6325 Baseline Rd., Little Rock 72209)
Thursday, June 13 | 6:30 PM | Oley Rooker Library (11 Otter Creek Ct., Little Rock, 72210)
Monday, June 17 | 6:30 PM | Sid McMath Library (2100 John Barrow Rd., Little Rock 72204)
Tuesday, June 18 | 9:30 AM & 5:00 PM | Millie Brooks Library (13024 AR-365. Wrightsville, AR 72183)
Resurgent TV
Jubilee Film Festival Awards Ceremony
Friday, June 14
7 - 10 PM
Ron Robinson Theatre
VOTE SoAR Juneteenth Fest Weekend
Celebration of History Block Party
Friday, June 14
6:30-8:30 PM
Downtown Hope Pocket Park
Hempstead County
Celebration of Resilience Parade & Festival
Saturday, June 15
10:30 AM: Parade
12:30 PM: Festival
Henry C. Yerger Museum
North Side Park
Celebration of Liberation Juneteenth Royalty Pageant and Fatherhood Recognition
Sunrise Yoga in Da Park
Sunday, June 16
7 AM - 8 AM
Arkansas Minority Health Commission
Douglas-Washington Center
North Side Park
Monday, June 17
7 - 8AM
Featuring yoga ambassador Sarah Thomas and DJ Nik Hud
MacArthur Park
503 E. 9th Street
Little Rock, AR
Juneteenth in Da Rock Blood Drive & Interfaith Service
Wednesday, June 19
First Missionary Baptist Church
7th and Gaines Streets
3:30 – 7 PM: Blood Drive
6:30 PM: Interfaith Service
Keynote Speaker:
Reverend Logan Hampton
President of Lane College
Please check back for updates!
Share Your Juneteenth Events with Us!
As part of our commitment to honoring and preserving African American heritage, Mosaic Templars Cultural Center is excited to curate a statewide celebration of Juneteenth. We recognize the significance of this day in history, marking commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States, and its importance in the fight for equality and justice.
We serve the entire state of Arkansas and are dedicated to showcasing the rich tapestry of African American culture and history. This Juneteenth, we want to amplify your voice and your celebrations. Whether you're hosting a community festival, a lecture, or any event that commemorates this pivotal moment in history, we want to hear from you!
We believe in the power of community and the importance of coming together to celebrate freedom and resilience. If you or your community are organizing events for Juneteenth, let us be your megaphone. By sharing your events with us, you're not only raising awareness but also inviting others to join in the celebration and learn more about the significance of Juneteenth.
For more information:
Brian Rodgers
Adult Education Interpretive Specialist
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