Suwannee County NAACP

06/24/2026

06/24/2026

What an incredible day at the Suwannee County NAACP Annual Juneteenth Community Festival!

On behalf of the Suwannee County NAACP, we extend our sincere appreciation to every sponsor, vendor, volunteer, entertainer, elected official, community partner, and attendee who helped make this year’s celebration a tremendous success.

Juneteenth is a reminder of our history, our resilience, and our continued commitment to unity, education, and progress. It was truly inspiring to see our community come together in a spirit of fellowship, freedom, and pride.

Thank you for your support, participation, and dedication to preserving the significance of Juneteenth for future generations.

Together, we continue to move forward.

06/22/2026

Have you heard about the Grandmother of Juneteenth, Ms. Opal Lee? We're kicking our week-long Freedom Day celebrations by honoring the woman who fought to make Juneteenth a federal holiday.

Ms. Lee walked 2.5 miles every day to symbolize the two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation that enslaved people in Texas finally learned they had been freed. And in 2021, she finally watched as President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth Independence Day Act, making it a federal holiday in the U.S.

This week, we honor Ms. Lee’s resilience, activism, and fight to make Black history American history!

06/22/2026

🌭❤️ THANK YOU, FIRST ARKANSAS BANK & TRUST! ❤️🌭

The NAACP Jacksonville Juneteenth Celebration extends our sincere appreciation to FAB&T for their generous sponsorship and commitment to our community.

Because of their support, attendees can enjoy:
🌭 FREE HOT DOGS
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
(While supplies last)

📅 Juneteenth | Friday, June 19, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 901 N. 1st St., Jacksonville, AR 72076

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

The Suwannee County NAACP extends our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all of our sponsors, ad patrons, supporters, volunteers, and community partners who helped make our 2026 Juneteenth Celebration a tremendous success.

Your generosity, encouragement, and commitment to our community allowed us to celebrate the significance of Juneteenth while promoting unity, education, fellowship, and cultural pride throughout Suwannee County.

Official Sponsors & Major Supporters

* Nutrien
* Marcus A. Allen Funeral Home⁠
* This Farm Cares
* The Blalock Family

We also extend our sincere appreciation to every business, church, organization, elected official, family, and individual who purchased advertisements, donated resources, volunteered their time, or supported this celebration in any way.

Your contributions helped ensure that this event was meaningful, impactful, and accessible to our community. More importantly, your support demonstrates a shared commitment to honoring our history, celebrating our achievements, and continuing the work of building a stronger future for generations to come.

On behalf of the Executive Committee and membership of the Suwannee County NAACP, thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the success of this celebration. We are truly grateful for your partnership and support.

With Gratitude,

Marcus A. Allen
President
Suwannee County NAACP
Unit 5137-B

“Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and build a brighter future.”

06/22/2026

Today, we celebrate Black freedom.

Juneteenth reminds us of the strength, resilience, and determination of those who came before us and the responsibility we share to continue building a more just future.

May we honor the legacy of our ancestors not only through reflection, but through action — in our work, in our communities, at the polls and beyond.

Happy !

06/22/2026

🖤❤️💛💚 The Road to Freedom: Honoring Juneteenth 💚💛❤️🖤
Juneteenth is more than a date—it's a powerful reminder of the long journey toward freedom, justice, and equality in America.

Today, we honor the resilience, strength, and determination of those who fought for freedom and those who continue the work of advancing equity and opportunity for all.

✨ As we celebrate Juneteenth, let us remember the past, recognize the progress made, and commit ourselves to building a more just future.

06/22/2026

THE JUNETEENTH JACKSONVILLE EVENT & RESTAURANT DIRECTORY IS HERE! ✊🏾

🔗 www.blackjaxconnect.com/juneteenth-jacksonville

Discover local Juneteenth celebrations, festivals, cultural experiences, and Black-owned restaurants all in one place.

Use the Black Jax Connect Juneteenth Directory to:

📅 Find events happening across Jacksonville

🍽️ Support Black-owned restaurants and food businesses

🎶 Explore culture, history, music, art, and community celebrations

📲 Share the guide with your family and friends

Celebrate freedom. Honor history. Build community.

Click the link below and start planning your holiday weekend today!

🔗 www.blackjaxconnect.com/juneteenth-jacksonville



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