Florida Emancipation Day
Schedule
Sat May 21 2022 at 12:00 pm to 03:00 pm
Location
1101 Pine Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-2931, United States | Sanford, FL
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What is Florida Emancipation Day?- On May 20, 1865, 11 days after the end of the Civil War and Two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, Union General Edward M. McCook arrived in Tallahasee and read President Lincoln’s words from the steps of the Knott House. This action ended slavery in Florida and over 160,000 Slaves were now Free!Sanford’s Ride to Freedom- Take a journey through African American history while riding through a scenic and historical route of African American Townships, African American Communities, and African American Architecture to celebrate Florida Emancipation Date. There is no cost to participate!
Sign up at www.bicikletabikeshop.com, click on Local Events, Rides, & Clubs for 13.6 Miles or 40.4 Miles-
Florida Emancipation Day Celebration- Bring your family for a Free fun filled day of Historical Re-Enactment of The Reading of the Emancipation Proclamation by The Buffalo Soldiers of Florida, The History of Georgetown through a little brown girl’s eyes, and much more..
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Where is it happening?
1101 Pine Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-2931, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
