Juneteenth Celebration and Community Free Day 06/19

Name of Event:
Juneteenth Celebration and Community Free Day 06/19
Summary:
Celebrate Juneteenth through a program honoring freedom, reflection, and collective healing alongside free admission to the Ali Center.  June 19, 2026 8:30 A.M. – 5 P.M.

Start Date of Event:
Fri Jun the 19th , 06/19/2026

End Date of Event:
Fri Jun the 19th , 06/19/2026

Event Description:
Begin the day with a program at 8:30 a.m. featuring a keynote speech from Dr. Gerald L. Smith, Professor at University of Kentucky. Dr. Smith is the author, editor, or co-editor of five books. Most recently he was invited to serve as the guest editor for a special issue of the Register of the Kentucky Historical Society. The Summer/Autumn 2025 issue highlights “New Examinations of Black Leadership in Kentucky.” Professor Smith wrote the introduction as well as an essay on the Rev. James Bond and the Commission on Interracial Cooperation.

Following the program, join us for a Community Free Day offering free admission to the Ali Center’s exhibits and activations.

Attendance is free for both events, but registration is required.

Seating is limited for the public program at 8:30 a.m.

Additional Dates or Details For This Event:

Event Location:
Muhammad Ali Center
144 N 6th St, Louisville, KY 40202

Event Type:
Family, Festival, Educational, Community, Exhibit

Link:
https://alicenter.org/events/juneteenth-celebration-2026-program-community-free-day/

Venue Link: Lynn Family Stadium