# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Roots of Discovery: Juneteenth
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 10:30 am – Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Step into a celebration of freedom, perseverance and creativity as we honor Juneteenth. Engage with the rich histories and cultural contributions of African American communities through interactive science, storytelling and hands-on experiences.

Free and open to all. Learn more: https://ncmns.net/RoDJuneteenth 

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Keynote Presentation – 1:00 PM, SECU Daily Planet Theater
Cultivating Freedom with Kamal Bell, founder of Sankofa Farms — exploring the powerful connection between agriculture, liberation and resilience in Black communities.

Activities
• UV and Me — skin tone, sun science & UV light (NC Museum of Natural Sciences)

• Sowing Seeds of Freedom — NC Emancipation stories & seed symbolism (NC African American Heritage Commission)

• African American History & Genealogy Resources — NC Trivia and discover resources to support African American genealogy and historical research. (NC Government & Heritage Library)

• Beginning Birding — accessible birding for all (Field Inclusive)

• Juneteenth with MOH — the Juneteenth flag & the 13th Amendment (NC Museum of History)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/roots-of-discovery-juneteenth/200030230519104
- **Event Categories**: juneteenth, science-fair, art, theatre, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 57

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Raleigh
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Nature Research Center
- **lat**: 35.782425120437
- **long**: -78.64063982841
- **full address**: Nature Research Center, 121 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1334, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Roots of Discovery: Juneteenth being held?
  - **A:** Roots of Discovery: Juneteenth takes place on Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 10:30 am to Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Nature Research Center, 121 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1334, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Roots of Discovery: Juneteenth?
  - **A:** Roots of Discovery: Juneteenth is organized by North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences's events?
  - **A:** North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences has 122+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Roots of Discovery: Juneteenth is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Raleigh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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