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SUMMARY:"Freedom Songs" Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) will celebrate Juneteenth with “Freedom Songs” on Thursday\, June 15\, from 5-8 p.m. at the Oklahoma History Center.  \nJuneteenth is the celebration of emancipation following the American Civil War. On June 19\, 1865\, US Army Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger proclaimed the end of slavery at Galveston\, Texas. News of emancipation spread north to the enslaved people in Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma) at different times during the summer of 1865. However\, emancipation was not immediate for all enslaved people—it was enforced later through the Reconstruction Treaties of 1866. \nThe event will include a book signing\, live performances\, discussions\, a fashion show\, and student presentations. Featured performers include Loria Philips\, Bonita Franklin\, Starr Fisher\, and Xinos and Kudos of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa\, Inc. Author Carmen Fields will sign copies of her new book\, Going Back to T-Town: The Ernie Fields Territory Big Band. There will also be a fashion show that focuses on African cultures. Attendees are invited to wear traditional cultural regalia\, and enjoy an art display by sculptor LaQuincey Reed.  \nDr. Markus Smith will serve as master of ceremonies. Smith is a professor of political science at Oklahoma City Community College\, realtor/CEO/team leader\, and author of Journey Through the Hoods.  \nPlanning for the 2023 Juneteenth event has included participation from scholars\, students\, volunteers\, and community members.  \nThe event is free and open to the public\, but registration is required. Registration ends at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday\, June 13. Light refreshments will be served. The Oklahoma History Center is located at 800 Nazih Zuhdi Dr. in Oklahoma City.  \nRegister for “Freedom Songs” \nThis annual event is part of the OHS’ Multicultural Office (OHSMO)\, and the Black Heritage Committee\, and is supported in part by the Oklahoma Arts Council\, which receives support from the State of Oklahoma and the National Endowment for the Arts. \n  \n \n
URL:https://www.okhistory.org/calendar/event/freedom-songs-juneteenth-event/
LOCATION:Oklahoma History Center\, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73105\, United States
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