The Juneteenth Story – June 22, 2022

As the Williams family prepares for the annual Juneteenth festival, they are regaled with real-life tales of how our story of freedom came about.

Written by local artist Twana Benoit, The Juneteenth Story outlines the historical significance of this, now nationally recognized, holiday.

This poignant and timeless piece is filled with laughs, dancing, and music as well as many touching and illuminating moments. It’s an absolute must see for the entire family!

Directed by Natalie Spencer and Josiah Price.

Performed at the Acadiana Center for the Arts.

This program was created by an AOC community producer

AOC Community Media is Lafayette, Louisiana’s premier nonprofit community media center with television channels on Cox Communications 15 and 16 (AOC 1) or LUS Fiber 3 and 4 (AOC 2).

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