Together We Rise: A Community Celebration of Juneteenth

The Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence, in partnership with the Juneteenth Planning Committee and the cities of Medford and Somerville, invites you to attend this year’s Juneteenth celebration.  Join us on Wednesday, June 18th to celebrate.  More information available on the Juneteenth 2025 website.

 

On this page, you'll find selected readings on the history and present of Juneteenth, as well as recommendations from some of the workshop speakers.  Check back often, as the list will be updated! 

Juneteenth: History & Celebrations