Experience the Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Generation Park

Experience the Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Generation ParkJoin the community on June 15th for the Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Generation Park! This FREE celebration and concert commemorates the day in 1865 when Union Army Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3 in Galveston, announcing the freedom of more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in Texas. It honors the contributions of African Americans to American music, food, art, business, and culture.Attendees can enjoy a market featuring local food and artisan vendors. Alongside a selection of food trucks, the restaurants at Redemption Square will be open.Resources and networking opportunities for small businesses will be provided by the East Harris County Empowerment Council, and local art from artists will be presented by the Harris County Cultural Arts Council. A portion of the proceeds raised will go to the Sheldon ISD Education Foundation.RSVP: bit.ly/3QTk9Z2