Wellston JUNETEENTH Block Party

On Sunday, June 18, the Wellston Community Coalition and partners will be hosting a Wellston JUNETEENTH Block Party from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Trojan Park in Wellston, MO. The event will commemorate the end of slavery in the United States and celebrate the rich history and culture of African Americans through music, dance, culture and commUNITY. We invite our neighbors, partners and associates to join us for a day in the park and celebrate with us!

Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, is the oldest known celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19th, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas and announced that the Civil War had ended and all slaves were now free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed by President Lincoln. Since then, Juneteenth has been a time for African Americans to reflect on their history, celebrate their freedom and achievements, and recognize the challenges they have faced and continue to face.

BLOCK UNITS FROM ALL OVER THE ST. LOUIS AREA ARE INVITED TO THE FREE EVENT. Come enjoy a good entertainment lineup:

“As a community, it is important for us to come together and recognize the significance of Juneteenth, and promote education and awareness about this important moment in this history of this nation and the legacy it has on local communities. ,” said Wellston resident Marquis Arch.

Lear more about the Wellston Community Coalition at www.wellstoncoalition.org

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