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Beginning in Galveston, Texas in 1865, the observance of JUNETEENTH as the oldest known celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States has spread across the country and beyond. Donaldsonville celebrates the sixteenth year of the Juneteenth Freedom Festival with the theme, “Be Free, Be Healthy”.

The dates of the event are June 11th – 14th, 2009.  The River Road African American Museum’s staff and volunteers have developed an exciting schedule of new events to explore and learn about living healthier. In researching the major healthcare issues in the African American community: blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, HIV, heart attack/ stroke, mental health and childhood obesity are among the concerns. Visit the HealthFair Pavilion on Saturday and Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm for a range of free tests, healthcare screenings and nutrition assessments along with valuable information regarding health and self-care.

IMPORTANT DATES

Talent Search Auditions
Sunday, May 31.
3pm - 6pm. Talent application required. See Download Section below.
Contact: Terrie Julien
(985) 369-7422 or tsjulien@msn.com.

FESTIVAL FEATURES

Healthfair Pavilion Experience a range of free tests, healthcare screenings and nutrition assessments along with valuable information regarding health and self-care.

KidsWorld
Old Time Games, Folk Art Demonstrations, Face Painting, Traditional African Dress and Storytelling

Black Inventors Tent Discover the many types of everyday things that were actually invented by African Americans.

Live Music Gospel, Jazz and R&B

DOWNLOADS

Vendor Application and Agreement
Click Here

Talent Night Application
Click Here

Festival Logo
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Thursday, June 11; 6:30-8:00pm
Panel Discussion at the Ascension Parish Library with healthcare professionals about lifestyle changes that you can control to help you live a free and healthy life. Surprising information regarding preventative and holistic approaches to healthcare and self-care.

Friday, June 12; 7pm-10pm
Talent Showcase at the Lemann Center featuring a local version of American Idol.

Saturday, June 13; 1:00-9:00 pm
300 Railroad Ave. features HealthFair Pavilion, Kid’s World, vendor booths, Black Inventions tent, and a variety of musical entertainment, food and fun.

Sunday, June 14; 1pm –7pm
Gospel Showcase at 300 Railroad Ave. features HealthFair Pavilion, Kid’s World, vendor booths, Black Inventions tent, gospel music, food and fun.