Juneteenth - 5th Annual - Our Ancestors' Wildest Dreams Celebration

Schedule

Fri Jun 19 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives (GRAAMA) | Grand Rapids, MI

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Join us for our 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration! Honor our ancestors' wildest dreams with a night of legacy, joy, and community.
About this Event

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 5th Annual Juneteenth – Our Ancestors’ Wildest Dreams Gala, hosted at the Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives (GRAAMA), located at 41 Sheldon Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI. This signature Juneteenth celebration honors the resilience, legacy, and triumphs of our ancestors while uplifting the next generation who embodies their wildest dreams.

The evening begins with a 6:00 PM Cocktail Hour and Hors d'Oeuvres, creating space for fellowship and connection. At 7:00 PM, guests will gather for a Juneteenth Scholarship Presentation recognizing outstanding scholarship recipients, followed by music and dancing beginning at 8:00 PM. Guests will enjoy an elegant night of culture, live entertainment, food, and community.

This annual gala serves as both a powerful commemoration of our past and a meaningful investment in our future, bringing the community together to celebrate Black excellence, history, and continued progress.


Agenda

🕑: 06:00 PM
Cocktail Hour & Hors d’Oeuvres

Info: Guests arrive and check in to enjoy a welcoming atmosphere with curated music, cocktails, and passed hors d’oeuvres. This hour offers opportunities for networking, fellowship, and community connection, with time to explore the museum and cultural displays as available.


🕑: 07:00 PM
Program - Scholarship Awards
🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Music - Dancing

Info: The fun doesn't have to stop here. Stick around for more music, dancing and building your social capital.


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Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives (GRAAMA), 41 Sheldon Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, United States

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