Juneteenth Event
Delaware City Library 250 5th St, Delaware City, DE, United StatesTheme: “Looking Back/Moving Forward”
Theme: “Looking Back/Moving Forward”
Bring your sketchpad and creativity to the historic military buildings of Fort DuPont in Delaware City. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just curious, come explore the textures of history, meet fellow sketchers, and bring the Fort’s stories to life—one drawing at a time. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Morning Commemorative Service A Solemn Observance at the African Union Church Cemetery 1840 Michael N. Castle Trail, Delaware City – Join Us! 10 am: Master of Ceremonies Andre Swygert, Author and Historian * Music by HildaMan Chorale, Mt. Salem U.A.M.E. Church Members * Raising of the American and Juneteenth Flags * Battle Hymn of the Republic […]
Bruce is a jazz guitarist who grew up and learned to play guitar in Chester, PA. His signature guitar stylings and smooth baritone voice have been entertaining Delaware audiences for 30 years. Now living in Bellefonte, Bruce continues to sharpen his skills with regular gigs. More info on Bruce here.
12 pm Mount Salem U.A.M.E. Church’s Juneteenth Ecumenical Worship Service. Following the Service Community Cookout: A traditional community cookout offered by the Mount Salem U.A.M.E. Church congregation on the church grounds. Performances celebrating Black history and culture.
Fort DuPont, in addition to being a historic site, is also a significant natural habitat. In this new program, we will walk the trails and talk about the native flora of Fort DuPont and its effect on wildlife. We will also touch on the invasive species in the area, and how they affect the local […]