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Juneteenth also known as Freedom Day is an extraordinary time of the year when we celebrate the end of American Slavery in the United States.  The first celebrations of Juneteenth started in  Austin, Texas in 1867, this was approximately two years after Black Slaves were freed in Texas when the rest of the States in America abided by the Emancipation Proclamation signed by 
"Abraham Lincoln after the first Civil War between the North and the South, in 1863.   

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2022 Event Sponsors 

Huntington Bank

Huntington Bank

Huntington Bank

Sherman-Associates

Sherman-Associates

Tubman

Tubman

Tubman helps people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who have experienced relationship violence, elder abuse, addiction, sexual exploitation or other forms of trauma. Throughout the Twin Cities, Tubman provides safe shelter, legal services, mental and chemical health counseling, youth programming, and community education, including public information campaigns to provide community members the information and support they need to get help or give help.

Insight News

Insight News

Insight News started in 1974 as a color cover magazine based in and serving Minneapolis’ African American north side. It was owned by Graphic Services, Inc., a general printing and magazine publishing firm in Northeast Minneapolis. Al McFarlane, headed the Midwest Public Relations division of Graphic Services. McFarlane, a 26 year-old media enthusiast, had previously worked for the St. Paul Pioneer Press as a reporter and for General Mills in public relations. He purchased rights to Insight News

Best Buy

Best Buy

At Best Buy, our purpose is to enrich lives through technology. We do that by leveraging our unique combination of tech expertise and human touch to meet our customers' everyday needs, whether they come to us online, visit our stores or invite us into their homes.

Northside Funders Group

Northside Funders Group

Northside Funders Group exists to align public and private investments to create solutions to advance and achieve racial equity, up-lift and include community voice, and advance social, educational, and economic opportunities in North Minneapolis.

Twin Cities Rise

Twin Cities Rise

To transform the lives of those impacted by racial or socio-economic barriers through Personal Empowerment, career training, and meaningful employment.

Tri Construction

Tri Construction

TRI-Construction, Inc. is a minority-owned, union company that has been offering general contracting services since 2001. Located in the heart of North Minneapolis TRI-Construction has a deeply rooted sense of community and is very passionate about the people who live and work in the area.

Emerge

Emerge

EMERGE is a workforce and community development nonprofit with three social enterprise businesses. We support thousands of people in building careers and engaging with our community along pathways to brighter futures.

McDonalds (West Broadway)

McDonalds (West Broadway)

Get a free Big Mac when you download the McDonald’s app and join My McDonald’s Rewards. Get your choice of Hash Browns, Vanilla Cone, McChicken® or a Cheeseburger free after your first purchase.

Community Partnership Collaborative 2.0

Community Partnership Collaborative 2.0

Community Partnership Collaborative 2.0 is a grassroots organization that focuses on community economic development, organizational capacity building, and community health and wellness. CPC 2.0 focuses on the Big SIX social determinants of health: mental health, medical health, social health, physical health, financial health, and the civic health of the community.

Don Samuels

Don Samuels

"Ready To Make A Difference"

US Bank (West Broadway)

US Bank (West Broadway)

Financial Literacy and Wealth Building Through Business Development, Entrepreneurship and Home Ownership.

NEON

NEON

NEON's vision is to transform North Minneapolis and the surrounding area into a prosperous, visible, sustainable, and highly-diverse multi-cultural community of entrepreneurs.

Minnesota Stem Partnership

Minnesota Stem Partnership

Since 2005 we've worked through national & local organizations to promote student success with family support! The Minnesota STEM Partnership is designed to leverage decades of specific STEM experience to promote a sustainable high school pipeline towards options in education and careers in technology.

Arubah Emotional Health Services

Arubah Emotional Health Services

If you feel like you've reached an impasse in your life and are unable to carry the burden alone, you've come to the right place. Seeking help is the first step towards a healthier, more balanced life. We believe relationship is a key component to healing. Arubah provides a confidential setting where you can express yourself freely. ​

Project Sweetie Pie

Project Sweetie Pie

Project Sweetie Pie is a nonprofit organization in North Minneapolis working since 2011 with individuals and partner organizations to achieve justice in the environment, food, climate, and economics.

Mutual of Omaha

Mutual of Omaha

We help young families protect their family and property in case of an unexpected and potentially devastating disability or death. Plus, help professionals plan for a long retirement, so they don't run out of money yet still have the lifestyle they desire. We help those close to retirement prepare for the effects of healthcare expenses including long-term care and unexpected illnesses. Also, we help small business owners protect their life's work for their family and employees.

National Parents Union MN

National Parents Union MN

The National Parents Union (NPU) is a network of highly effective parent organizations and grassroots activists across the country that is united behind a set of common goals and principles to channel the power of parents. Our family advocates improve the quality of life for children across the United States and define the education conversation.

Christyles Closet

Christyles Closet

Crystal Lerma loves to dress and has a keen eye for fashion. After realizing how infrequently her clothing was worn, she ventured into entrepreneurship to open a upscale thrift store so that her customers could take advantage of the California retail market - in the midwest. Crystal has built her business model on accommodating her clientele, offering extended business hours and appointments to make customers feel special from the time they walk in to the time they walk out. The experience will

Pack Material LLC

Pack Material LLC

Pack Material is an entertainment company founded by the legendary Twin Cities hip hop group The Abstract Pack.

Make It Home Jerrell Perry

Make It Home Jerrell Perry

Make It Home

Meet Michael Chaney
One of the Founders of Juneteenth in Minnesota

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Learn how Juneteenth was created in Minnesota.  The legacy of events for decades, from the beginning to today.   

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BOB = (Black Owned Businesses)

  • On West Broadway Avenue (from Lyndale to Emerson Avenues North)

  • Cub Foods NE & NW Parking Lots

  • Hawthorn Crossings Parking Lots

  • Sanctuary Covenant Church

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  • Live Music

  • Fresh Good Food

  • Local BOB Vendors

  • Kid's Gaming & Activities

  • Multiple Exhibitions 

  • Live Speakers

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T-Shirt Engage Embrace Empower

T-Shirt Engage Embrace Empower

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Bandana Juneteenth Woman Mock up

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Bandana Embrace Mock up

T-Shirt Front

T-Shirt Front

$20 Small-Large Sizes $22 XL-3X Sizes

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T-Shirt Back

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