Company of African American troops that made up a Labor Battalion on Governors Island, c. 1918
This is a past event
Juneteenth Historic Walking Tour
Governors Island National Monument
Jun 19, 2024
Castle Williams - Governors Island National Monument - Castle Williams
Join Governors Island National Monument at Castle Williams for a free Ranger-led walk and talk about the celebration of Juneteenth, where visitors will explore the origins of the holiday and the history of African-Americans in service with the U.S. Army after the American Civil War.
Programs will be held at 11am & 2pm on June 19, 2024. No pre-registration required.
Related
See below for past programs and events on Governors Island.