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Juneteenth Emancipation Day Celebration

Sat, Jun 13, 2026
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Juneteenth, the oldest known celebration commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States, is one event you don’t want to miss!

Bring your family and friends to Douglass Park for summer activities celebrating community and commemorating the abolition of slavery.

Presented in partnership by Champaign Public Library and Champaign Park District.

All ages | Activity

Douglass Branch Library, Meeting Room at Douglass Branch

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