Celebrate Juneteenth in Queens at these scheduled events

Lewis Latimer museum in Flushing to host Juneteenth celebration

Photo by Roxy Chan

First recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, Juneteenth marks and celebrates the end of slavery in the United States on June 19, 1865. This year, almost 158 years later, there is a wide variety of upcoming events to celebrate Juneteenth right here in Queens. 

From food and music to skating and baseball, you aren’t going to want to miss these exciting events happening around the borough. 

Wednesday, June 14

Juneteenth Food Tradition

Learn from food historian Hue Williams about “the intersectionality of foodways within the African diaspora” at this event. Participants are invited to share their own recipes and learn more about Juneteenth cooking traditions. (Jackson Heights Library. 35-51 81st St., Jackson Heights. 4 to 5 p.m. Admission: Free)

Thursday, June 15 

Juneteenth: History of Negro Leagues Baseball

Baseball fans won’t want to miss this presentation by historian and local author Philip Ross, as he presents the history of the sport’s Negro leagues, teams, and players. Ross’ research comes from years of interviews with dozens of former players. (QPL Briarwood. 85-12 Main St., Briarwood. 3:30 to 5 p.m. Admission: Free)

Saturday, June 17

Lewis Latimer House Juneteenth Celebration

Head to this celebration for a lineup of activities from tribal painting with Shanice Figeroux to a drum and dance workshop with Fanike! African Dance Troupe. Open to everyone of all ages, it’s a celebration of freedom and commemoration of African American culture. (Lewis Latimer House Museum. 34-41 137th St., Flushing. 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Admission: Free)

The Louis Armstrong House Presents: Juneteenth Concert

Enjoy an afternoon of Jazz music from Charles Turner & Uptown Swing at this event hosted in observance of Juneteenth. (Louis Armstrong House Museum. 34-56 107th St., Corona. 2 to 3 p.m. Admission: Free)

Sunday, June 18

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