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History Alive: Nellie Bly
KCPL Zoom Charleston, WV, United StatesNellie Bly, adventurer, inventor, and ground-breaking investigative reporter was the pen name of Elizabeth Jane Cochrane. In 1887, to be hired as a reporter with Pulitzer’s New York The World, she feigned insanity to get committed to a lunatic asylum with no guarantee of release. Her subsequent articles on the conditions and treatment of the […]
Juneteenth Celebration
WV State Capitol 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesA day of camaraderie, history, showcasing statewide talent, and featuring nationally known recording artists. Juneteenth commemorates the holiday that celebrates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas. Join the Herbert Henderson of Minority Affairs in celebrating Juneteenth 2023 with music, games, bounce houses, vendors, and fun for everyone! Presented by Have a few […]
Spring Hill Cemetery: History Comes Alive!
Spring Hill Cemetery & Arboretum 1555 Farnsworth Drive, Charleston, WV, United StatesHistory will come alive at Spring Hill Cemetery during FestivFALL! Come celebrate Charleston’s rich history with the Friends of Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum on a choice of 2 self-guided walks. One is wholly on asphalt, with easy grades, one is on grass with, generally easy travel, but rougher underfoot. Both routes will have […]
Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs Juneteenth Celebration
WV State Capitol 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesA day of camaraderie, history, showcasing statewide talent, and featuring nationally known recording artists, Raheem DeVaughn and Glenn Jones. Juneteenth commemorates the holiday that celebrates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas.Join the HHOMA in celebrating Juneteenth 2024 with music, games, bounce houses, vendors, and fun for everyone! Presented by Have a few […]
City of Charleston Juneteenth Celebration
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaGet ready to groove and celebrate freedom at the Juneteenth Celebration! Join us at Slack Plaza in the heart of City Center for an unforgettable day of festivities. Dive into the rhythm of the parade, sway to live music, and soak up the vibrant cultural entertainment. Best part? It’s all free for you and your […]