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5th Annual Juneteenth Gathering

Fifth Annual Juneteenth Gathering

Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site

Special Event
  • Jun 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM
  • Free

Gather for Juneteenth to honor those who endured slavery and seized freedom on Brattle Street 250 years ago, their descendants, and the long history of Black freedom activism in Cambridge and beyond.

This free, all-ages event is marking its fifth year in 2025! Denise Washington (#Pop-Up Poetry Series), a descendant of Darby Vassall, has curated the Juneteenth Gathering at Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters NHS each year. Join us for the Juneteenth Gathering, A Denise Plays Hard Event, featuring poetry, music, historical displays, family activities, and refreshments. All are welcome!

 

 

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Fees

This event is free to attend.

Schedule

Date:

Jun 14, 2026

Time:

4:00 PM

Duration:

3 hours

4:00-5:00 pm: Community partner tables, music, refreshments, and activities; 5:00-7:00 pm: Speakers and Juneteenth #Pop Up Poetry, A Denise Plays Hard Event

Event Type

  • Cultural/Craft Demonstration
  • Festival
  • Partner Program
  • Performance