Celebrate Florida Emancipation Day in DeLand!
Description
Join the African American Museum of the Arts for a powerful and uplifting celebration of Florida Emancipation Day—a day of reflection, remembrance, and rejoicing!
📅 Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Dr. Noble “Thin Man” Watts Amphitheater
322 S. Clara Ave., DeLand, FL 32720
🎟️ Admission: Free and Open to the Public!
Experience a vibrant afternoon filled with live entertainment, spoken word performances, reenactments, and a moving reading of the Emancipation Proclamation. Enjoy delicious food, connect with the community, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture that continue to shape our future.
This family-friendly event honors the legacy of emancipation and the enduring fight for freedom and equality.
📞 Contact Info: (386) 736-4004
📧 africanmuseumdeland@gmail.com
🏛️ Museum Hours:
Wednesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Brought to you in partnership with Volusia County, Florida Humanities, and Florida Arts & Culture.
Let’s honor our past and celebrate our progress—together. ✊🏾✨
Event Date:
05-17-25
Event Time:
12:00 PM - 04:00 PM EST
Location:
Dr. Noble "Thin Man" Watts Ampitheater
322 Clara Ave
DeLand, FL 32720
Contact Person:
African American Museum of the Arts
(phone: (386) 736-4004)
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