Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony

The City of Somerville is inviting all community members to the City’s annual Juneteenth flag raising ceremony.

The program will include a performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” remarks, and the raising of the Juneteenth flag.

Juneteenth, recognized annually on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and enforced the Emancipation Proclamation, effectively ending slavery in the United States. The day is a celebration of freedom and a reminder of the ongoing work towards universal justice, equity, and belonging.

In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held Wednesday, June 17, at 1 p.m.

Image	Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 ada@somervillema.gov.
Image	The City of Somerville can provide you with an interpreter in your language for free. To request an interpreter, please contact us at languageaccess@somervillema.gov or call 311 (617-666-3311) at least 7 days in advance of this event.