The oldest known celebration marking the end of slavery in the United States, Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived on Galveston Island with word that the Civil War was over and enslaved people were free. On June 5, Indiana Landmarks hosts “The Legacy of Juneteenth,” featuring the documentary Juneteenth: The Galveston Story, co-produced by Sam Collins III, Juneteenth historian and National Trust for Historic Preservation Advisor. The program will be followed by a panel discussion on the history and significance of Juneteenth led by Collins; Fay Williams, Indianapolis and Galveston civil rights leader; and Olon Dotson, chair of Indiana Landmarks’ African American Landmarks Committee.

Tickets are free with RSVP. Doors open at Indiana Landmarks Center at 2:30 p.m., with talk beginning at 3 p.m. Join us in person or watch online via Zoom.

Make your reservation online at LegacyofJuneteenth.eventbrite.com, or by calling 317-639-4534.