Columbia Museum of Art Juneteenth Free Day 2026
About This Event
The Columbia Museum of Art offers free admission Friday, June 19, 10 AM to 8 PM, with featured exhibitions including 'Sam Gilliam: Printmaker' and 'Let's Have a Talk: Black Artists from the CMA Collection.' Guided gallery tours led by Dr. Nancy Tolson at 11 AM and 2 PM.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
Columbia, SC
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Columbia Museum of Art
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What to expect at a Juneteenth educational event
Educational events focus on history, civic engagement, and intergenerational dialogue. Format varies — keynote speakers, panel discussions, walking tours of civil rights sites, archive screenings, or storytelling circles. Expect a respectful, attentive audience, often with an opening land or freedom acknowledgement. Most run 60 to 120 minutes. Some libraries and universities offer continuing-education credit for participation.
About Juneteenth in Columbia
Columbia, SC marks Juneteenth alongside hundreds of other US cities, with celebrations rooted in local Black history and shaped by the people, churches, and community organizations that have sustained the day for generations. Whether you’re attending your first Juneteenth or your fortieth, the goal is the same: gather, remember, and celebrate freedom together. Our directory currently lists 9 additional Juneteenth events in Columbia.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is Columbia Museum of Art Juneteenth Free Day 2026?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Columbia Museum of Art) before traveling.
- Where is Columbia Museum of Art Juneteenth Free Day 2026 held?
- Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201, Columbia, SC. Check the event website for parking and accessibility details.
- Is this event free to attend?
- Yes. This Juneteenth event is free and open to the public. Some sub-events (food, vendor purchases, optional workshops) may have separate costs.
- What should I bring?
- Plan for outdoor weather. Bring sunscreen, water, comfortable shoes, a hat or umbrella, cash for vendors (some are cash-only), and a portable phone charger. If chairs aren’t provided, a foldable seat or blanket is useful.
- Is the event family-friendly?
- Most Juneteenth celebrations welcome all ages. Family-specific programming varies by event — many include kids’ zones, face painting, and family activities. Strollers are usually welcome at outdoor venues.