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Special Event
Event
Juneteenth: From Enslaved to Emancipated
Fee:
Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 39.370626, -77.398791
The Juneteenth program will meet at Best Far, Tour Stop #1,
Dates & Times
Date:
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Time:
11:00 AM
Duration:
1 hour and 30 minutes
Type of Event
Hike
Talk
Walk
Description
Slavery was legal in Maryland until November 1, 1864, when the new State Constitution, voted on by Marylanders, went into effect ending the practice. Join a ranger walk to learn about the enslaved people who lived and worked on the six historic properties that make up Monocacy National Battlefield, as well as the U.S. Colored Troops who enlisted at Monocacy Junction.
Reservation or Registration: No
Image Gallery
NPS Photo
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juneteenth