In the heart of Tallahassee’s Midtown, a quiet plot of land is speaking volumes this Juneteenth—as neighbors and historians gather to honor the forgotten lives laid to rest in one of the city’s oldest African American cemeteries.
- Community members gather to celebrate Juneteenth and honor those buried at Betton Cemetery.
- Historians highlight the importance of preserving Black burial sites across Leon County.
- Watch the video to hear leaders reflect on how the Juneteenth ceremony blends remembrance, reflection, and a call for historical restoration.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
On this Juneteenth, a historic Tallahassee cemetery is taking center stage—as local historians, educators, and neighborhood leaders come together to honor the names… and lives… long left in shadow.
“By coming here and maintaining this spot, we are able to reflect on the people who came before us,” historian Althemese Barnes said…