In celebration of Juneteenth 2026, along West 116th Street in Central Harlem near Marcus Garvey Park.
A Harlem World Magazine photographer since 2014 with Seitu’s World, Seitu Oronde has captured the spirit, movement, and meaning of the day through his lens.
Seitu’s World goes beyond documentation. He connects with his subjects in a way that many photographers strive for but rarely achieve, becoming part of the very moments he captures. That intimacy is what gives his photographs their unmistakable authenticity and soul.
This year’s Juneteenth celebration brought generations together in the heart of Harlem, highlighted by a cycling competition at Marcus Garvey Park and a vibrant parade that filled the streets with pride, rhythm, and reflection…