Voices Underground

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We are a team of scholars, artists, and activists specializing in African American history and driven by the conviction that true, transformative, and ongoing storytelling is foundational to the work of racial healing.

06/04/2026

Celebrate Freedom & Movement with us this Juneteenth!
 
Juneteenth is more than a day. It’s a celebration of resilience, liberation, and the ongoing journey toward freedom.
 
Join us as we honor the stories, sacrifices, and achievements of those who paved the way while recognizing the movement that continues today.
 
Together, we’ll celebrate:
🛤️ The legacy of the Underground Railroad
📖 Stories of courage and perseverance
🤝 Community connection and reflection
🎶 Culture, heritage, and joy
✊🏾 The continued pursuit of freedom and justice
 
Freedom is more than a moment in history. It is a movement that lives on through each generation.
 
Come celebrate freedom, history, and community with us this Juneteenth!
 

 
Your support helps share these important stories.
 
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Juneteenth Weekend is less than a month away! Come celebrate culture, community, and freedom this Juneteenth weekend wit...
05/26/2026

Juneteenth Weekend is less than a month away! Come celebrate culture, community, and freedom this Juneteenth weekend with Voices Underground. Join us for a powerful lineup of events featuring art, connection, and celebration across Chester County.
 
📍 June 19 – PHILADANCO (7PM)
📍 June 20 – Kennett Community Network (10AM–3PM)
📍 June 21 – Oxford Memorial Park (12PM–4PM)
 
Let’s come together, reflect, and celebrate.
 

 
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There’s a lot happening at Voices Underground this May as we continue building momentum through storytelling, community ...
05/07/2026

There’s a lot happening at Voices Underground this May as we continue building momentum through storytelling, community engagement, and preserving local history.
 
🗓️ Juneteenth “Save the Dates”
We’re preparing for meaningful Juneteenth celebrations across Chester County with events at Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, and Oxford. Join us as we honor freedom, reflection, culture, and community this June.
 
🧵 VU in the Community
This month, Voices Underground will be partnering with youth through storytelling and craft-based learning experiences. Students from Kennett Middle School’s “After the Bell” program and Oxford’s Lighthouse Youth Center will create quilt-inspired art while learning about the hidden messages and history connected to freedom seekers.
 
🕯️ Did You Know Series
Our Did You Know Series continues with “The Road to Juneteenth,” highlighting stories connected to the Underground Railroad and the ongoing journey toward freedom and remembrance. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram.
 
🗣️ Call for Descendant Stories
Your voice matters. Voices Underground is seeking descendants of self-emancipators, especially those connected to Kennett Square, Chester County, PA, and Wilmington, DE, as part of our Oral History Project helping shape the narrative for a future National Memorial.
 
🤝 Community & Partnership
We’re grateful for the continued support of our partners and community members helping us preserve these stories and create spaces for racial healing through storytelling.
 
Your support helps make this work possible.
 
🔗 Donate: https://www.givelify.com/donate/voices-underground-kennett-square-pa-2j7wy5MTUyMjM3Ng==/donation/am…
 
🔗 Juneteenth: https://www.voicesunderground.com/juneteenth-2
 
 

We’re proud to continue growing our partnership with Longwood Gardens. A collaboration rooted in storytelling, culture, ...
04/28/2026

We’re proud to continue growing our partnership with Longwood Gardens. A collaboration rooted in storytelling, culture, and community connection. 🌿✨

This Juneteenth, we’re honored to welcome Philadanco to Longwood Gardens. An internationally renowned dance company celebrated for its breathtaking performances and unwavering commitment to Black artistry. Through movement, Philadanco brings stories of resilience, expression, and excellence to life, powerfully aligning with our mission at Voices Underground.

This partnership is more than an event. It’s a shared vision to uplift voices, honor history, and bring people together through transformative experiences.

🌍 Public Sale Out Now !!


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04/23/2026

🕯️ Did you know journeys were often timed with planting season to avoid suspicion?

As fields were being prepared and labor demands increased across the South, movement along rural roads became less noticeable. Freedom seekers and those assisting them understood these seasonal rhythms and used them to blend into the landscape during moments when travel was least likely to stand out.

Follow along with our “Did You Know Series.” This short video series by Voices Underground is dedicated to sharing history and inspiring racial healing through storytelling.



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04/16/2026

🕯️ Did you know dense spring foliage provided natural cover for freedom seekers traveling along the Underground Railroad?

Thick leaves, tall grasses, and blooming trees helped conceal movement, offering protection and increasing the chances of a successful escape during one of the most strategic seasons of the year.

Follow along with our “Did You Know Series.” This short video series by Voices Underground is dedicated to sharing history and inspiring racial healing through storytelling.



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04/09/2026

🕯️ Did you know many freedom seekers chose the spring season to begin their journey north. Using longer days, warmer weather, and blooming landscapes as cover for their escape?

Follow along with our “Did You Know Series.” This short video series by Voices Underground is dedicated to sharing history and inspiring racial healing through storytelling.



If you’d like to support our work:
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Stay connected:
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There’s a lot happening at Voices Underground this season and we’re continuing to build momentum through storytelling, c...
04/07/2026

There’s a lot happening at Voices Underground this season and we’re continuing to build momentum through storytelling, community, and history.

🗣️ Call for Stories
Your voice matters. We’re seeking stories from descendants of self-emancipators to help shape the narrative for our National Memorial. If you have family ties to Kennett Square, Chester County, PA, or Wilmington, DE, we want to hear from you.

📖 Oral History Project
This summer, we’re launching an Oral History Project to honor and preserve these powerful legacies. Ensuring that the voices of the past continue to guide the future.

✨ Help Us Be Heard
Every story shared brings us closer to a fuller, more truthful history. Be a part of something lasting.

📩 Share your story: [email protected]

Your support makes all of this possible.

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There’s a lot happening at Voices Underground this April and we’re continuing to build momentum through storytelling, co...
04/02/2026

There’s a lot happening at Voices Underground this April and we’re continuing to build momentum through storytelling, community, and history.

🗓️ Juneteenth “Save the Dates”
We’re preparing for powerful celebrations across Chester County from Longwood Gardens to Kennett and Oxford. Stay tuned for more details as we honor freedom, culture, and community.

🎨 Pixels of the Past
Our recent collaboration with Kennett High School brought local abolitionist history to life through student art reminding us that the next generation is already carrying these stories forward.

🕯️ Did You Know Series
This spring, we’re highlighting the Underground Railroad in Chester County sharing stories you may not have heard, but should never be forgotten.

🗣️ Call for Stories
Your voice matters. We’re continuing to collect stories from descendants and community members to help shape the future of our National Memorial.

Your support makes all of this possible.

🔗 Donate: https://www.givelify.com/donate/voices-underground-kennett-square-pa-2j7wy5MTUyMjM3Ng==/donation/amount

🔗 Stay connected: https://www.voicesunderground.com/

03/31/2026

🕯️ Did you know Harriet Tubman didn’t just escape slavery she returned over and over again to guide others to freedom?

Follow along with our “Did You Know Series.” This short video series by Voices Underground is dedicated to sharing history and inspiring racial healing through storytelling.



If you’d like to support our work:
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Stay connected:
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