365 Days black history ~ Live it. learn it. make it.
365 Days black history ~ Live it. learn it. make it.
'Learn' and 'Experience' the Underground Railroad from a Freedom Walker's perspective. History articulated from a broad-based coalition of organizations and storytellers consisting of Indigenous Nations, Quakers, Abolitionists, Historical Societies, Churches, Re-enactors, school system leaders, legacy family members, community leaders and more!
Participate in a "3.5 mile freedom walk" beginning at Rancocas State Park, Burlington County, cross the Rancocas Nature Center; and end in Timbuctoo, Westampton. As guest complete the trail and enter the grounds of Timbuctoo, they will be transported into a celebration of "freedom!"
The day is filled with entertainment; dancing, vending re-enactments; storytelling, a "Taste of Freedom" (Chef Presentations - authentic food tasting); surprise guest appearances by iconic historic legacy family members; ending with an impactful Underground Railroad Code and Final Act - A Gospel Concert!
Our presentations are given by iconic historic family members from the following lineage: Harriet Tubman, William and James Still; Thomas Garrett; Fredrick Douglas; Lenape Nation; and the sounds of Gospel music by notable gospel artists!
In 2021, Juneteenth was made a federal holiday, in part because of the actions of activist Opal Lee to raise awareness. Help support Ms. Opal Lee in her historic 2.5 Mile Annual Juneteenth Walk for Freedom on June 19th by logging onto her website at opalswalk.com. Click Virtual Registration, make your donation and receive a Juneteenth t-shirt.
An interview with Ms. Lee about 1) Her Story, 2) Why Juneteenth, 3) Words of advice, 4) Her vision for our babies, and 5) Her 2.5 Mile Walk Project
INTERVIEW VIDEO TO COME!!
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