Laurel Grove School Museum First Annual Juneteenth Celebration 2026
About This Event
Laurel Grove School Museum hosts its First Annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Fairfax County. The historic one-room schoolhouse, built by formerly enslaved people for Black children's education, opens its grounds for tours, living history demonstrations, and family programming.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Laurel Grove School Museum, 6840 Beulah St, Alexandria, VA 22310
Alexandria, VA
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Laurel Grove School Museum
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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 Alexandria
Alexandria, VA 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is Laurel Grove School Museum First Annual Juneteenth Celebration 2026?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Laurel Grove School Museum) before traveling.
- Where is Laurel Grove School Museum First Annual Juneteenth Celebration 2026 held?
- Laurel Grove School Museum, 6840 Beulah St, Alexandria, VA 22310, Alexandria, VA. 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.