DAMASCUS, PA — Farm Arts Collective will present a community Juneteenth celebration beginning at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19 at the new Agri-Cultural Center on Willow Wisp Organic Farm.

Juneteenth is a national holiday that marks the end of slavery in the United States. 

The event is curated and presented by an ensemble of local Black artists, musicians, writers, educators and activists.

The day features headline performances of Janus Adams’ “Glory Days” and Oliver King will read poetry by Langston Hughes. In addition, author and composer Tasa Faronii will read. Other performers include Adrienne Jensen, Robin Grey Wolf, Ashtyn Buckley, John Roth, Tannis Kowalchuk, Phoenix Murns and more. Presentations will be followed by a community conversation. 

WJFF Radio will record the event and the community conversation for broadcast on the airwaves. 

The event features soul food made with recipes from the participants’ families and prepared by the Farm Arts Collective chef team.

There is no charge for admission.

Farm Arts Collective is located at 38 Hickory Ln.

Learn more at www.farmartscollective.org.