This Juneteenth, we honor the past,
celebrate freedom, and embrace unity.
The Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce proudly joins our Island community in recognizing this day of reflection, resilience, and Black excellence.
June 19th
Juneteenth: Legacy and Promise
5 - 6 pm
Join the Vineyard Gazette and Martha’s Vineyard Museum for a panel conversation addressing the question - What is the history and future of the Juneteenth holiday?
Panelists: Dani Monroe, founder of Martha's Vineyard Chief Diversity Summit and former Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at Mass General Brigham.
Bow Van Riper, MV Museum's research librarian.
Tickets $35
Sunday June 22nd
Juneteenth Gospel Brunch
12 - 2pm
Edgartown Yacht Club
Join us for brunch and a joyous celebration of Juneteenth with Allie and Paryss, a dynamic husband and wife musical duo. Enjoy delicious food overlooking Edgartown harbor. Presented by the Vineyard Gazette
Tickets: $125
Open Hearts Art Show Celebrating Juneteenth
June 19, 20, 21 6-9pm
MV Salads is proud to present Open Hearts—A Juneteenth Art Celebration, a three-evening arts event honoring Juneteenth through creativity, community, and culture. The celebration will feature four-time Emmy Award winner and two-time 2025 Webby Award winner Emmai Alaquiva and his powerful Trilogy Mixed Media Art exhibit, along with live performances and a mini fashion show by local artist Sharisse Scott-Rawlins. Additional surprise artists may join the lineup. This free event invites all to come together, celebrate freedom, and experience the transformative power of art.
