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What Is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.
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WRITTEN IN THE STONE
As the history and contributions of the African American community in Plano are sometimes overlooked or challenged, this year’s Plano Juneteenth theme, “Written In The Stone,” stands as a powerful declaration that our story cannot be erased. The legacy, sacrifices, achievements, and cultural impact of African America
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SOUNDS OF FREEDOM
On June 19, 1865, nearly two years after President Abraham Lincoln emancipated enslaved Africans in America, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas with news of freedom. More than 250,000 African Americans embraced freedom by executive decree in what became known as Juneteenth or Freedom Day.
COURAGE CULTURE COMMUNITY
3nd Annual Praise Fest at Haggard Park
🎉 Get Ready, Plano! You Don’t Want to Miss This! 🎉
After last year’s unforgettable evening, Praise Fest is back—and even bigger for 2025!
📅 Save the Date: Wednesday, June 19th
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: The Historic Douglass Community Mural
✨ Join us as we kick off Plano’s Juneteenth Celebration with an electrifying night of
🎉 Get Ready, Plano! You Don’t Want to Miss This! 🎉
After last year’s unforgettable evening, Praise Fest is back—and even bigger for 2025!
📅 Save the Date: Wednesday, June 19th
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: The Historic Douglass Community Mural
✨ Join us as we kick off Plano’s Juneteenth Celebration with an electrifying night of praise, unity, and joy! Experience soul-stirring performances from local church choirs, uplifting messages from community leaders, and a powerful atmosphere of celebration and faith.
🎤🎶 Live Gospel Music • Inspiring Speakers • Community Vibes
Let’s raise our voices, lift our spirits, and celebrate FREEDOM together!
🌟 Don’t miss this magical night of faith, music, and community.
#PraiseFest2025 #PlanoJuneteenth #RootedInResilience
Sponsored by Life Community Enrichment
Plano African American Museum is Open and Thriving—Come Experience Living History! 🎉 Tucked in the heart of Plano’s historic Douglass Community, the Plano African American Museum stands as a powerful symbol of heritage, resilience, and pride. Once a hidden gem, this treasured landmark is back—open to the public and more vibrant than ever!
✨ After several years of being closed, the museum has reopened its doors with brand-new exhibits, powerful storytelling, and a renewed mission to educate, inspire, and preserve the incredible contributions of African Americans in Plano and beyond.
Step inside and walk through generations of local Black history—from the legacy of the Dou
✨ After several years of being closed, the museum has reopened its doors with brand-new exhibits, powerful storytelling, and a renewed mission to educate, inspire, and preserve the incredible contributions of African Americans in Plano and beyond.
Step inside and walk through generations of local Black history—from the legacy of the Douglass Community to the achievements of African American pioneers, educators, musicians, entrepreneurs, and civil rights leaders who helped shape this city and this country.
🖼️ Explore powerful exhibits, photographs, artifacts, and untold stories that bring the past to life in a deeply personal and unforgettable way.
Whether you're a longtime resident or new to the area, this is your chance to connect with the roots of Plano’s African American culture and stand in solidarity with a community that continues to rise.
🌟 Support the Museum. Celebrate the Legacy. Be a Part of the Story.
📍 Located in the Douglass Community – one of Texas’ most culturally rich and diverse neighborhoods
🔗 Visit: https://planoafricanamericanmuseum.org/
💬 Come see what makes this place a true treasure—because Black history is Plano history.
#PlanoAfricanAmericanMuseum #HistoryLivesHere #DouglassCommunity #PreserveTheLegacy
Douglass Juneteenth Sounds of Freedom
Barbers wil give $5 haircuts.
Barbers wil give $5 haircuts.
Barbers wil give $5 haircuts.
💈**Fresh Cuts for the Kids!**💈
Swing by for a $5 kids' haircut from our amazing barbers—sharp styles at an unbeatable price!
Let the little ones look fresh while you enjoy the celebration. First come, first served—don’t miss out!
Kid Zone
Barbers wil give $5 haircuts.
Barbers wil give $5 haircuts.
🎉 Calling All Kids! 🎉
Get ready for nonstop fun in the Kid Zone—a magical space packed with awesome activities like face painting, balloon animals, a bubble truck, and so much more!
Look for the big KID ZONE sign and jump into the fun—you won’t want to miss it! 🥳💫 Visit the Kid Zone for fun activities like face painting, balloons, a
🎉 Calling All Kids! 🎉
Get ready for nonstop fun in the Kid Zone—a magical space packed with awesome activities like face painting, balloon animals, a bubble truck, and so much more!
Look for the big KID ZONE sign and jump into the fun—you won’t want to miss it! 🥳💫 Visit the Kid Zone for fun activities like face painting, balloons, a bubble truck, and more! Keep an eye out for the sign that says KID ZONE.
Horse Rides and Photos
Barbers wil give $5 haircuts.
Horse Rides and Photos
The Fun Doesn’t Stop After the Freedom Walk!
Stick around for FREE horse rides and photo horses! 🐎✨
It’s first come, first served—so head over right after the parade for your chance to ride and capture a picture-perfect Juneteenth moment.
Fun for kids, families, and anyone ready to make memories that last!