Fishers High School’s Future Black Leaders club and the Fishers Arts Council are working together to present the sixth annual Juneteenth Jubilee, set for 5 to 8 p.m. June 19 at Conner Prairie.

According to a FAC announcement, the student-managed event is free to attend and features Black-owned businesses, visual artists, culinary artists, community resources and performing artists. The event also offers family-friendly activities that focus on community connection and learning opportunities for all ages.

“This ongoing collaboration highlights a shared commitment to celebrating culture, history and community through art, education and engagement,” the announcement stated.

The Fishers Juneteenth Jubilee was founded by Fishers Equity Awareness in 2020 and has been organized and managed by students from Fishers High School’s Future Black Leaders club since 2022. Last year 2,500 people attended the Jubilee.

“Juneteenth is valuable because it helps connect our community together and educate people about something that might not get attention regularly,” stated Jayden Rucker, one of the student organizers and president of FHS Future Black Leaders club. “It also serves as a fun celebration and opportunity to connect with local Black-owned businesses to really promote the progress and growth that’s been achieved over our history.”

Juneteenth is a federal holiday that marks the day the last enslaved people in the United States achieved freedom on June 19, 1865, in Texas. It is traditionally a day to celebrate Black culture and history.

“We are proud to support these students and the community-focused event they create year after year,” stated Les Reinhardt, executive director of Fishers Arts Council. “The student leadership makes all the decisions regarding vendors, entertainment and promotions. It’s truly amazing to see what our youth can make happen in Fishers.”

Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses to help support different areas of the Jubilee. For more, visit fishersartscouncil.org/juneteenth.