SWLA
JUNETEENTH
COMMITTEE
What is Juneteenth?
Know your history.
Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day, is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th that Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with the news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free. Juneteenth today celebrates African American freedom and achievement while encouraging continuous self-development and respect for all cultures.
The Southwest Louisiana (SWLA) Juneteenth Committee's mission is to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States by celebrating the joys of liberty, educating the community about African American heritage, and by promoting positive cultural interaction. Every year, the SWLA Juneteenth Committee hosts various events in honor of the Juneteenth (June 19th) Holiday, including the SWLA Juneteenth Music Festival.
Jun 17, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PMCLIFTON CHEINER CENTER, 220 W Willow St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
Jun 17, 6:00 PM – Jun 18, 8:00 PMCorner of Lee & Jefferson, 735 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
Jun 18, 7:20 AM CDTLafayette, Lafayette, LA, USA
Jun 18, 9:00 AM CDT2700 Louisiana Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
Jun 19, 1:00 PM CDT2700 Louisiana Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
Jun 19, 3:00 PMTrue Friends Hall, St Martinville, LA 70582, USA
Jun 22, 2:00 PM CDTJames Devin Moncus Theater, 101 W Vermilion St, Lafayette, LA 70501- Jun 22, 7:00 PM CDTJames Devin Moncus Theater, 101 W Vermilion St, Lafayette, LA 70501
Special thanks to our Sponsors
Honoring our Heritage. Uniting the Community.
Celebrating Equality.
TOGETHER.
14
YEARS OF JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS IN LAFAYETTE
LOUISIANA
157
YEARS SINCE THE EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION
4,500 +
NUMBER OF ATTENDEES AT 2021 SWLA JUNETEENTH EVENTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL