On June 19, 1865, news of freedom made its way to Galveston, Texas, where the enslaved finally were informed of their emancipation by Union troops more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum helped commemorate the moment in history by raising funds for future Juneteenth celebrations. ‘We are raising $100,000 or more for the continuation of our programs, events and exhibits, which serve every resident of Palm Beach County with arts, history, culture and education,’ said Elizabeth Burrows, the museum’s board president. ‘Please join us in raising funds, so that the house still stands.’ ABOVE: (l-r) Colleen Rhodd, Mary Aperavich and Yvonne Prince. BELOW: (l-r) Singleton Cox, Michelle Brown and Burrows. Photos provided by MasterWing Creative Agency
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