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DOPE URBAN Walk - Juneteenth Edition πŸ’›πŸ’šβ€οΈπŸ–€

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🌟 DOPE Juneteenth URBAN Walk: A Celebration of Art, History & Freedom 🌟

πŸ–€ Freedom is a walk worth taking. Join us for a inspiring and reflective guided stroll through Roanoke’s Black history, art, and legacy.

πŸ“ Where: Downtown Roanoke & Historic Gainsboro
πŸ“… When: Friday, June 21st at 9:00 AM
🎟️ Cost: $8.65 per person | Kids 12 & under walk free!

πŸ‘£ Route: Nearly 4 miles through murals and monuments created by or celebrating African Americans β€” including works by Bryce Cobbs, David Ramey, and more.

We’ll walk through the Historic Gainsboro community, stop at the Martin Luther King Jr. statue, and reflect at the Henrietta Lacks Monument.

🎨 Stops include:
Henrietta Lacks Plaza
Nipsey Hussle mural
A Walk Down Henry Street
MLK Statue at MLK Memorial Bridge
...and more DOPE surprises.

✨ This is more than a walk β€” it’s a celebration of freedom, community, and legacy.

πŸ‘Ÿ Wear comfy shoes. Bring water. Come ready to reflect, connect, and walk with purpose.
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