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Juneteenth events set in Ashtabula
ASHTABULA — The Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum is planning several events to celebrate Juneteenth.
Museum Executive Director Sally Bradley said a special walk-through event is scheduled for 1-3 p.m. Sunday.
'This self-guided experience invites the public to reflect on the history of emancipation and honor the courage of those who fought for freedom,' Bradley said.
The Hubbard House served as final stop on the Underground Railroad.
'The Juneteenth walk-through offers visitors a powerful opportunity to explore the museum's historic rooms, exhibits, and artifacts — including the Daisy Baskerville Africana Rooms, the Soldier's Room, and the Civil War Lobby,' Bradley said.
'This is a day of rememberance, resilience, and reconnection. We welcome all to walk through the history, reflect on the legacy, and take part in a meaningful celebration of freedom,' she said.
The event is free and donations are welcome to support the museum's educational programs and preservation efforts, Bradley said.
A Juneteenth event is also being scheduled for noon June 19, starting at the Hubbard House, said Rev. Sharone Sing, who serves on the museum's board.
'We will meet at Hubbard House and march to Miracle Temple for a short memorial service in recognition of Juneteenth,' he said.
He said a reading of General Order #3 will occur at Hubbard House. The order was originally delivered by Major General Gordon Granger on June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers arrived in Texas and announced the end of slavery.
Freedom had been granted two and a half years before by the Emancipation Proclamation, but was not communicated to the former slaves until 1865.
Sing said the service is expected to be short and include several songs, and some words to commemorate the event.
