BROOKINGS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – For the sixth year, the Brookings Human Rights Commission will host its Juneteenth Celebration at Pioneer Park.
Beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, all community members are welcome to attend the free event featuring live music, a community drum circle, kids’ activities and games, and food.
Vendor opportunities are available. For information, email Juneteenth.brookings@gmail.com, or message @juneteenth.brookings on Facebook.
You can also call the City of Brookings Human Resources Department at 605-692-6281 if you wish to be a vendor.
Juneteenth commemorates the liberation of enslaved black Americans in 1865. It was declared a federal holiday in 2021.
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