Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day that slavery officially ended. It is the oldest, nationally celebrated remembrance of the ending of slavery in the United States. The day celebrates emancipation and empowerment and emphasizes education and achievement. This year, because of recent killings of African Americans by active and retired police officers and the resulting protests across […]
Emancipation Proclamation
June 19, 2020 |
June 18, 2020 |
Sandy Spring Slave Museum Honors Juneteenth with Virtual Celebration
The Sandy Spring Slave Museum and African Art Gallery is hosting a virtual Juneteenth celebration at 7 p.m. Thursday. Those who attend will enjoy special performances, and learn about the day’s significance from the museum’s team of historians. Special guests include retired NBA small forward Walt Williams and Real Housewives of Potomac star Ashley Darby, […]
April 6, 2014 |
A Civil War Moment (Video)
A Heritage Montgomery Civil War moment: We left off with Confederate General Jeb Stuart’s raid on Rockville in the summer of 1863. Once the General left Montgomery County, he joined a major battle, already in progress. Here’s Barbara Grunbaum with more: Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its local programming.
February 25, 2013 |
Montgomery College’s Jefferson Café Project (Video)
Don Mooers, host of Montgomery Week in Review, talks with Montgomery College’s Dr. Francine Jamin, about the Jefferson Café Project. Dr. Jamin is the Director for the project. Recently, the Café dealt with the Emancipation Proclamation. Take a look. Visit the Jefferson Café Project to learn more.
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