# Event Details - **Event Name**: ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: # ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History Join The African American Museum at the England Manor for a unique Juneteenth experience that takes history beyond the museum walls and into the heart of Waukegan. Celebrate freedom, heritage, and community by exploring significant locations, stories, artifacts, and historical landmarks connected to African American history in Waukegan. This guided bus tour will provide opportunities to engage with local history while learning about the people, places, and events that helped shape our community. Whether you are a lifelong resident or visiting for the first time, this tour offers a powerful way to connect with Waukegan's rich cultural legacy during the Juneteenth Parade & Festival weekend. ## ? Event Details **Date:** Saturday, June 20, 2026 **Tour Times:** ? 10:00 AM ? 4:00 PM ? 6:00 PM **Meet Location:** Washington Street & Genesee Street 214 W. Washington Street Waukegan, IL 60085 ## ?️ What You'll Experience * Guided historical bus tour of Waukegan * Stories of African American pioneers and community leaders * Historic landmarks and significant sites * Local artifacts and historical documents at select stops * Juneteenth history and cultural education * Interactive learning and community engagement ## ?️ Reserve Your Spot Seating is limited and advance registration is encouraged. ? (224) 409-3421 ? [www.TheEnglandManor.com](http://www.TheEnglandManor.com) ## About the Tour The Juneteenth Journey Tour is designed to help residents and visitors discover the often untold stories of African Americans who helped build Waukegan and Lake County. Through education, storytelling, and exploration, participants will gain a deeper understanding of local history and the ongoing importance of preserving these stories for future generations. Bring your family, friends, and curiosity as we celebrate Juneteenth by walking in the footsteps of history. #JuneteenthJourney #Juneteenth2026 #ExploreWaukegan #WaukeganHistory #BlackHistory #AfricanAmericanHistory #LakeCountyIL #TheEnglandManor #HistoryTour #JuneteenthFestival #CommunityHistory #PreserveOurStories #WaukeganEvents #JuneteenthCelebration #MuseumOnTheMove - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/juneteenth-journey-tour-explore-waukegans-black-history/200030239830314 - **Event Categories**: Festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Waukegan - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: 503 N Genesee St. , Waukegan, IL, United States, Illinois 60085 - **lat**: 42.36724 - **long**: -87.83089 - **full address**: 503 N Genesee St. , Waukegan, IL, United States, Illinois 60085 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/3275f740c829f95ffdad0ffea8a021aa11fcd3bbb380c2baf0db121443e82732-rimg-w1200-h1800-dc010101-gmir?v=1781551453 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History being held? - **A:** ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 503 N Genesee St. , Waukegan, IL, United States, Illinois 60085. - **Q**: Who is organizing ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History? - **A:** ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History is organized by The African American Museum at The England Manor. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History 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 Waukegan, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If ? Juneteenth Journey Tour: Explore Waukegan's Black History sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "? 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