Office of Diversity and Inclusion

Juneteenth Events and Resources

Events and Resources

• NAAM’s Juneteenth Week — 2021 Artist Collective 
  • Date: Friday, June 18 Time: 7–8:30 p.m. Cost: Free
  • “Juneteenth honors and celebrates the emancipation of the enslaved people in the United States. The Diversity, Equality, and Inclusivity Committee of the Space Needle & Chihuly Garden and Glass, alongside the Northwest African American Museum, One Vibe Africa, and Wa Na Wari, are celebrating this day by raising the voices of Black and African American artists in an Artist Collective broadcast premiering on Friday, June 18. For more information about the 2021 Artist Collective, please visit spaceneedle.com. 
•  PCC’s Juneteenth Celebration with Donna Moodie 
  • Date: Saturday, June 19 Time: 12–1 p.m. Cost: $35
  • “Join Donna Moodie — owner of Seattle restaurant Marjorie — for a special Juneteenth-themed class with proceeds benefitting Byrd Barr Place. On this important day commemorating freedom, Donna will cook the dishes that she grew up with, including Jamaican Jerk Chicken (tofu option available) and Mashed Yams. She’ll also speak about the significance of having red on the table for Juneteenth as she shares her recipe for a ruby-hued Hibiscus Cooler. For more information and to purchase tickets for this class, please visit the PCC website. 
• MOHAI’s Online 1619: Resistance / Resilience / Remembrance 
  • Date: Saturday, June 19 Time: 2–3 p.m. Cost: Free, $5 suggested ticket price
  • “Celebrate Juneteenth with a special storytelling hour featuring Mr. Delbert Richardson. During this hour, Mr. Richardson will highlight the resistance of his ancestors during the periods of American chattel slavery and Jim Crow as well as focus on the resilience of Black brilliance. This online program draws from sections of the national award-winning American History Traveling Museum: The Unspoken Truths, which will be on display at MOHAI from June 18 through June 21, 2021. For more information and to register for this event, please visit the MOHAI website. 
• The Elliott Bay Book Company - Social Justice Events in June 
  • Stacey Abrams in conversation with Cari Champion. June 22nd, 4:00 pm Register Here 
  • Lenny Duncan in conversation with Rev Tim Phillips. June 23rd, 6:00 pm Register Here 
• King County Equity Now Juneteenth Events/Resources 
• South Seattle Emerald Guide to Local Events: