Reaching Back to Move Forward
Next date: Monday, June 19, 2023 | 10:00 AM
to 02:00 PM
Beginning at 10 a.m., community members will gather on the west lawn of the Alachua County Administration Building (12 SE First St.) for the unveiling of the Sankofa statue, honoring the late local historian, Dr. Patricia Hilliard-Nunn.
A drum procession, featuring West African drummer Mohamed DaCosta and the Core Drum Ensemble, will lead attendees to Bo Diddley Plaza (111 E. University Ave.), and you’ll enjoy listening to local history and history about Juneteenth, a musical performance by 1000s of Voices Florida and concert by Let’s Ride Brass Band, as well as a motorcycle parade.
When
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Monday, June 19, 2023 | 10:00 AM
- 02:00 PM
Location
Alachua County Administration Building (12 SE First St.) and Bo Diddley Plaza (111 E. University Ave.)
Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E. University Ave., 32601, View Map
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111 E. University Ave. ,
32601
Bo Diddley Plaza
111 E. University Ave. ,
32601