Juneteenth Celebration Gala

It’s A New Day

Saturday, June 15, 2024; 7-11pm

Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art

600 Main Street, Hartford

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Since its founding in 1987, The Amistad Center for Art & Culture remains the premier arts and cultural center in the Connecticut region that highlights the contributions of people of the African diaspora. 

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We invite you to celebrate Juneteenth with music from across the diaspora,  soulful cuisine, and dancing the night away with both old and new friends.

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Music by a New Orleans style brass band, and DJs Ronn and Dana

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Like last year, this Celebration is sure to sell out. Buy your tickets today!

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Free event parking provided by Travelers Insurance. Located on Prospect Street next to the Hartford Club. Enter via the brick driveway. 

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This year's Spirit of Juneteenth Honorees include:

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Contribution in the Arts : Andre Rochester

Andre Rochester is a Fine Artist, Curator and Arts advocate who uses his art as a tool for healing and connections with community.  Rochester also coaches emerging artists, encouraging them to develop their craft with a focus on professionalism and business acumen.

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Outstanding Community Service: Greater Hartford Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a historically African American sorority dedicated to public service with an emphasis on programs that assist the African American community. Since 1947, the Greater Hartford Alumnae Chapter has been a driving force in the region providing services and programs that enlighten, engage and educate on issues that have a direct impact on  the culture, politics, education and health of Connecticut communities.  

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Corporate Community Outreach & Lead Juneteenth Event Sponsor: The Hartford Insurance Company

For more than 211 years, The Hartford has provided people and businesses with the support and protection they need to pursue their unique ambitions, seize opportunities and prevail through unexpected challenges. The company aims to build resilience in communities, empower personal and business achievement and create a culture where employees can thrive. In 2024 The Hartford has offered their support as our Presenting Juneteenth Event Sponsor, sponsoring both Amistad’s Juneteenth gala and our Juneteenth Family Day.

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Your participation will help The Amistad Center with the following:

• Install a permanent narrative gallery, which will include an online educational portal to engage with teachers and students all over the country in learning about the Black experience. 

• Expand educational programs for children, teens, and adults.

• Animate the collection, archives, and exhibitions.

• Enhance our Artist-in-Residence program to feature the works of local and regional artists. 

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