CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — The fifth annual Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival is set to kick off, celebrating the spirit of the holiday with music, history, culture, family fun and community empowerment.
Running from June 16 through June 23, with the earliest event on Saturday, June 7, J19 Week looks to commemorate the historic day marking the end of slavery in the United States while uplifting Black culture and contributions, event officials detailed in a news release.
“This year’s 5th anniversary is more than a milestone—it’s a movement,” said Latisha Manigault, the co-founder of J19 Week. “We’re proud to see this celebration grow each year as more people connect with the history of Juneteenth and the beauty of the Gullah Geechee culture. J19 Week is about unity, empowerment, and honoring the journey.”…