2026 Annual Sunrise Ancestral Remembrance of the Middle Passage Ceremony

Schedule

Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:30 am to 08:00 am

UTC-04:00
Location

Historic Virginia Key Beach Park | Miami, FL

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Remembering and honoring our ancestors who perished in the forced ocean crossing and those who survived to Give Life to Future Generations
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WHAT: The 2026 Annual Sunrise Ancestral Remembrance of the Middle Passage ceremony.(White attire is recommended but not required. Drummers and Musicians welcome)

  • Native American Opening of the Way
  • Traditional African Libation
  • Prayers and Meditations
  • Performances
  • Open-mic "Village Talk"
  • Placement of Offerings to be carried out to sea
  • Fellowship, Friendship, and Sharing


WHEN:Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 5:30 - 8:00 am.

(Excellent beginning of Father's Day!)


WHERE: Historic Virginia Key Beach Park,near historic Concession Stand building.
4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami, FL 33149, U.S.A.

(off Rickenbacker Causeway [toll: $2.25 for two-axle vehicles], on Virginia Key; turn left at second traffic signal, before bridge).

Vehicle entry fee begins at 7:00 am ($10.00 per vehicle on weekends).

WHO: Hosted by:Productive Hands,The Middle Passage Ship Replica Project,Florida Black Historical Research Project, Inc.,Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) South Florida BranchVirginia Key Beach Park TrustThe Community

In solidarity with other communities around the nation and abroad.

More info: 786-260-1264 or 305-904-7620


Appropriate Offerings of fruits, flowers, grains, nuts, African foods, etc. are welcome

White attire is requested but not required.


Ancestors and Generations Yet Unborn thank you for your assistance in spreading the word and your attendance.

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Where is it happening?

Historic Virginia Key Beach Park, 4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami, United States

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