The Nicodemus Emancipation Celebration, commonly referred to as Homecoming is the time of the year when descendants from all over the country return to Nicodemus to celebrate. With the first celebration occuring in 1878 and continuing the tradition every year since. Homecoming is celebrated during the last weekend in July and has the energy of a family reunion mixed with a county fair. It is three days of fun, games, music, events, food, and other activities, with festivities starting in the mornings and going late into the night. The event is operated by the Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration group, and assisted by the National Park Service. For more information about the celebration please follow this link: Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration
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Buffalo Soldier Reenactors at Homecoming 2023 |
Last updated: July 1, 2024