Juneteenth Celebration at Landis Valley

Friday, June 19, 2026
Location: Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum

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Join us for the Juneteenth Celebration at Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum, a meaningful community event commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and honoring African American history, resilience, and cultural traditions.

Presented in collaboration with regional partners, this special program is part of Landis Valley’s commitment to inclusive storytelling and its broader America 250 initiatives, connecting national history with local and regional experiences.

Honoring Freedom & History

Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865—the day enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Today, it stands as a powerful moment of remembrance, reflection, and celebration.

At Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum, we are honored to host this event in partnership with community organizers who have sustained this tradition since 1997. The celebration also reflects a deeper local legacy, tracing its roots to the Lancaster Strawberry Festival, which began in 1905. By recognizing both the national significance of Juneteenth and the long history of Black community celebration in Lancaster, this event meaningfully connects freedom, heritage, and local tradition.

At Landis Valley, this event creates space to:

• Reflect on the meaning of freedom
• Recognize the contributions of African Americans to local and national history
• Engage with stories that are essential to understanding the American experience

Program Highlights

Visitors will experience a full day of engaging and meaningful programming, including:

• Historical interpreters and educational exhibits exploring African American life and history
• Live gospel music and performances by Living the Experience
• Food vendors offering a variety of options
• Community engagement activities for all ages
• Programs recognizing regional history and leaders

This event blends education, performance, and community connection in a welcoming and reflective environment.

A Place for Reflection & Celebration

The Juneteenth Celebration at Landis Valley offers an opportunity to come together as a community—to learn, reflect, and celebrate within the museum’s historic setting.

Visitors are encouraged to explore the site, engage with interpreters, and participate in activities that deepen their understanding of both the past and the present.

📍 Location

Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum
2451 Kissel Hill Road
Lancaster, PA 17601

⚠️ Event Notes

• Outdoor event across museum grounds
• Programming may vary throughout the day
• Weather-dependent