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Free Event | Celebrating Juneteenth: Charles Turner & Uptown Swing at Caramoor Center For Music & The Arts
Courtesy of Roslyn Wertheimer | Posted on April 17, 2024
When
Sun, June 16, 2024
4:00 pm
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Join Caramoor as we celebrate African American freedom and achievement! Known as our country’s second Independence Day, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and honors their families, heritage, and resilience. Millions celebrate this nationally and globally significant American holiday. Channeling the spirit of Harlem with vibrant swing and vital blues, Charles Turner & Uptown Swing perform music from the 1920s to the present day. Family-friendly activities complete this annual June jubilee steeped in tradition and joy. All are welcome! This event is FREE.