Juneteenth Freedman's Schoolhouse Dedication

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Juneteenth Freedman's Schoolhouse Dedication

African & Diaspora CultureElectronic & House MusicCommunity & Culture / Cultural & Heritage Festivals
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When:
June 19, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Where:
403 Caswell Street, Smithfield, NC 27577
Source:
Johnston County NC – Events

The Historic Smithfield Foundation will hold a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The ceremony will take place in the sanctuary of First Missionary Baptist Church, 403 Caswell Street, Smithfield. A ribbon cutting and tours of the schoolhouse at 308 N. Fourth Street will follow. Dr. Crystal R. Sanders, a Johnston County native and descendant of freedmen who attended the school, will be the keynote speaker. She is an award-winning American historian, author, and professor who specializes in 2

Johnston CountyNCAfrican & Diaspora CultureElectronic & House MusicCasualGeneral PublicBlack/African AmericanFree AdmissionPublicHouseElectronicTechno

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    Smithfield

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    Johnston County NC – Events

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    African & Diaspora Culture, Electronic & House Music, Community & Culture / Cultural & Heritage Festivals

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    Johnston County, NC, African & Diaspora Culture, Electronic & House Music