The National Civil War Museum
This weekend brings a new opportunity to celebrate Juneteenth through crafts, music and history.
The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg will host a Juneteenth Community Free Day on Saturday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring various events and activities.
Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, was officially celebrated on June 19.
At the community day, a group of about 20 Black quilters will showcase their craft all day, demonstrating quilting techniques and answering questions from attendees.
At 1 p.m., a choir composed of members of Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Harrisburg will perform in the ballroom.
Thompson’s Independent Battery C, an artillery reenactment organization, will honor those who sacrificed their lives in the Civil War through demonstrations at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. They will fire a mountain howitzer, a type of cannon used in the Civil War.
“This initiative allows individuals to come together and honor the significance of Juneteenth while enjoying a day filled with educational experiences and community engagement,” according to a release from The National Civil War Museum.
For more information visit the National Civil War Museum’s website.
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