…And Then I Became Free: Stories of Emancipation at Mabry-Hazen House

Join us to celebrate Juneteenth with stories of historic emancipation and triumph from struggle in the lives of the enslaved at Mabry-Hazen House!

Join Mabry-Hazen House on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 and Monday, June 19th, 2023 for special tours to commemorate Juneteenth. Mabry-Hazen House will share stories, objects, and research related to the historic house museum, local enslaved communities, and their stories of emancipation. Visitors will learn about the lives of African-Americans connected to Mabry-Hazen House, their achievements and struggles, and the various ways they gained their freedom. From self-liberation to the 13th Amendment, “..And Then I Became Free: Stories of Emancipation at Mabry-Hazen House” will explore the different methods enslaved people broke down the oppressive institution of American chattel slavery and fought to gain their personal liberty.

The museum will open on Saturday, June 17th from 10am – 3pm and three tours will be offered at 10:30am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm. Then on Monday, June 19th, the museum will offer special Juneteenth tours at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Admission is free, but tours are limited to twenty-four (24) visitors per tour. Reservations are encouraged and donations are appreciated.