Juneteenth: Freedom Day
Juneteenth marks the liberation of enslaved African Americans and represents a time for kinship, community, and reflection on shared history. Join Stetson Law in commemorating Juneteenth and we invite you to explore our community resource page.
While this page is the result of a collaborative effort, it is not a comprehensive resource. We encourage students, faculty, and staff to explore other resources and to feel free to share those that may add to the richness of this page. Please email any insights to [email protected].
Events | Learn | Engage | Resources
Events
Stetson Law Events
Juneteenth Cookout and Game Night
The Black Law Students Association
June 19, 2024│ 4 PM - 6 PM │ 9600 Bay Pines Boulevard, Shelter one
All are welcome to join BLSA as they commemorate Juneteenth. Faculty and staff may RSVP by emailing [email protected] and students can reserve their space here.
Local Events
Four Day Clearwater Juneteenth Celebration
The City of Clearwater
June 13, 2024 - June 16, 2024│ Time varies │ Various Locations in Clearwater
Shades of Pride: Juneteenth, LGBTQ+ Art and Music Fest
The City of St. Petersburg
June 14, 2024 - June 15, 2024│ Time varies │ The Factory, 2606 Fairfield Ave S. St. Petersburg
Juneteenth Celebrations in St. Pete-Clearwater
Cities of St. Petersburg and Clearwater
Learn
On June 19, 1865, the last group of enslaved African Americans in the United States were informed of their freedom, which came two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued in 1863. (Public Broadcasting Station, 2022) (Duration 3:26)
The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth
The National Museum of African American History and Culture
An article reviewing the legacy and impact of Juneteenth
The Journey to Liberation
Journey to Emancipation: the Germantown Protest, 1688
National Museum of American History │The Smithsonian
Explore the context and journey to the Emancipation Proclamation beyond the lens of the Civil War
Pioneers and Advocates
Dred Scott v. John Sanford
The National Museum of African American History and Culture
It was the culmination of ten years of court battles — Dred Scott's fight to live and be recognized as a free man
To Freedom: Voices of the Formerly Enslaved
The National Museum of African American History and Culture
After enslavement, African Americans acted on visions of freedom in their everyday lives. Explore more than 2,300 first-person accounts of slavery and 500 photographs of former enslaved African Americans.
Engage
Juneteenth Playlist
The National Museum of African American History and Culture
Listen to this curated playlist created by historians at the Smithsonian filled with songs that speak to themes of family, freedom, joy, and resilience
Juneteenth: Dishes to Taste and Savor: Recipes from the Sweet Home Café Cookbook
Learn how you can design and cook a delicious Juneteenth Day menu for family and friends (The Smithsonian, 2022) (Duration 35:41)
Resources
The Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum – Learn more
The National Museum of African American History and Culture – Learn more