Lunch & Learn: Juneteenth – The Road from Freedom to Federal Holiday
Date and Time
Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
June 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Bartow History Museum
4 East Church Street
Cartersville, GA 30120
Fees/Admission
Admission is free for museum members and $9 for non-members.
Website
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Contact Information
Angelica Carver
Marketing Manager
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Description
Exploring the History and Legacy of Juneteenth The Bartow History Museum will host its June Lunch & Learn featuring a program by Seneca Vaught on the history and significance of Juneteenth. The presentation explores Juneteenth from the emancipation of enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, through its establishment as a federal holiday, and considers how it fits within the broader landscape of cultural celebrations, while highlighting its enduring historical importance and relevance today.
About the Speaker
Seneca Vaught is Professor of History at Kennesaw State University and an interdisciplinary scholar working at the intersection of culture and policy. His work emphasizes the use of historical methods in community engagement, historical preservation, and public policy projects.
