AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Museum of History held an event on Saturday that celebrated Juneteenth.
People were able to tour the museum, participate in art projects and learn about the history of Juneteenth.
A local artist taught people how to make the Edgefield face pots.
“This whole gave a presentation about Dave, the Potter, who was an enslaved man living in Edgefield, and he risked his life in knowing how to read and write, and he would write his name. I think he’d write poetry on the pots he made. We got to see some of those pots in the museum before starting our lesson. It’s a good time,” said AC Daniel, art teacher.
The Museum’s education coordinator said it’s important to recognize the history surrounding Juneteenth and how it relates to Richmond County.
“When we think about Juneteenth, this is really freedom for all, and because of the Emancipation Proclamation, all of the enslaved people were freed. Then we have a lot to celebrate because over 6000 people were enslaved right here in Richmond County,” said Krystal Lyon.
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