
Our Mission
Juneteenth 2025 marks 160 years since formerly enslaved people traveled from Galveston to Houston and established what became Freedmen’s Town and the heart and soul of Black Houston. This year’s milestone celebration will include a month-long series of events and include our signature “Juneteenth – 160 Fest”:
Building What We Started on June 19, 2025.
Become A Sponsor
Help us bring this historic vision to life. We invite businesses, organizations, and individuals to join us in preserving and amplifying this vital history by supporting the festival financially or through in-kind contributions.
Become A Sponsor
Help us bring this historic vision to life. We invite businesses, organizations, and individuals to join us in preserving and amplifying this vital history by supporting the festival financially or through in-kind contributions.
Celebration Event
June 12, 2025
Porch Talk: From Freedom to Foundation
An immersive educational discussion on the legacy of Freedmen’s Town across the nation.
June 19, 2025
Juneteenth 160 Fest: Building What We Started
A vibrant day-long celebration of art, music, history, and culture with a fireside chat ft. Dr. Marc Lamont Hill
June 20, 2025
Our Road Home: Exploring Freedom
An interactive rhythmic performance created and directed by Houston artist, Jakari Sherman.

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RSVPs for all Juneteenth events open soon! Sign up below to get updates, early access, and exclusive info on everything from festival highlights to volunteer opportunities.
Juneteenth Store

Retro Trucker Hat

Unisex Organic Ribbed Neck T-Shirt
Thank You to Our Supporters

Ford Foundation

Mellon Foundation

HEB
