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Indiana Historical Society Juneteenth Celebration – FREE Admission

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Celebrated annually on June 19, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Join us for a FREE day celebrating and recognizing the impact of African American history and heritage in Indiana through crafts, videos, food and exhibits. Check out the latest exhibits at IHS, including the temporary exhibit The Great War: From Ration Lines to the Front Lines. During select hours, visitors can try their hands at different crafts, including making seed art and mosaic flags. Visit the Frank and Katrina Basile Theater to see short videos about the history of Juneteenth.