African American Research Library and Cultural Center

On June 19, 1865, freedom finally reached the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas. Today, we remember, reflect, and celebrate. Learn more in our brief history of Juneteenth by Dr. Tameka Bradley, Library Regional Manager for the African American Research Library and Cultural Center.

Happy Juneteenth from the African American Research Library and Cultural Center

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Join us at the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC) on Saturday, June 20, from 7:30 PM – 9 PM for The Juneteenth Experience | AARLCC — a FREE, family-friendly evening honoring freedom, culture, and community.

🎶 Live music
📖 Inspiring stories
🎊 Fun for all ages!

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors as we come together to celebrate heritage, joy, and unity. Don’t miss this vibrant night where history meets fun!

📍 AARLCC – Fort Lauderdale, FL
💸 Free & open to the public

Let’s celebrate freedom—together! ❤️🖤💚

This program is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

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ASPIRE Academy is helping Broward County students turn big dreams into real opportunities through mentorship, college guidance, scholarship support, SAT/ACT prep, college tours, and career exploration, all at no cost.

Students have earned scholarships, visited college campuses, received laptops, and gained the confidence to pursue their goals.

If you're in grades 10–12, this could be your next step. Our upcoming interest meeting will be held virtually on June 4th at 6:30pm to 7:30pm and Thursday July 9th at 11:00am to 12:00pm. Email [email protected] for more information.

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This program is funded by the Helios Education Foundation and the Friends of AARLCC.

This program is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

On May 20, 1865, freedom officially reached Florida.

Today, we honor Florida’s Emancipation Day—a pivotal moment when the announcement of the end of slavery was read in Tallahassee, marking a new chapter in our state’s history.

To commemorate this day, Broward County Library invites you to explore a powerful collection of oral histories preserved in our Digital Archives. These firsthand stories reflect resilience, memory, and the voices that continue to shape our understanding of the past.

Browse the oral histories here: https://digitalarchives.broward.org/digital/collection/mayday/search

Celebrate. Reflect. Remember.

This is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

On May 20, 1865, freedom officially reached Florida.

Today, we honor Florida’s Emancipation Day—a pivotal moment when the announcement of the end of slavery was read in Tallahassee, marking a new chapter in our state’s history.

To commemorate this day, Broward County Library invites you to explore a powerful collection of oral histories preserved in our Digital Archives. These firsthand stories reflect resilience, memory, and the voices that continue to shape our understanding of the past.

Browse the oral histories here: https://digitalarchives.broward.org/digital/collection/mayday/search
Celebrate. Reflect. Remember.

This is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

The "Selma is Now" exhibition at AARLCC provides context for this current moment in American politics. Plan your visit to learn the story behind the headlines.