Amo to Commemorate Juneteenth Across Rhode Island and Mark Progress in America’s 250th Year
Providence, RI– To commemorate Juneteenth, celebrate the contributions of Black Rhode Islanders and reflect on the ongoing work of freedom, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI-01) will participate in observances across the First Congressional District.
Juneteenth, a federal holiday established by President Joe Biden, marks the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas and informed enslaved Black Americans of their freedom. Today, Juneteenth honors emancipation and the ongoing pursuit of a more perfect union to ensure the promise of our nation applies to all.
The schedule of events he will be attending can be found below.
Friday 6/19/26
10:00 AM Amo will join the Newport Historical Society to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the Edward W. Kane & Martha J. Wallace Center for Black History. This new center uplifts the historic contributions of Black Newporters.
11:30 AM Amo will attend the Juneteenth celebration at United Congregational Church in Middletown. There, he will join historian Keith Stokes to discuss the African origins of Juneteenth.
1:45 PM Amo will celebrate Rhode Island’s Black-owned businesses at Taste of Juneteenth New England in Providence.
2:20 PM Amo will commemorate Juneteenth alongside state and local leaders at the Providence World Cup Fanzone, uplifting the contributions and culture of Black Americans on the world stage.
3:00 PM Amo will gather with Rhode Islanders for the unveiling of the Stillhouse Cove Remembrance Project monument to honor Black Americans enslaved at Stillhouse Cove and Pawtuxet Village.
Saturday 6/20/26
9:00 AM Amo will honor the legacy and ongoing progress of Rhode Island’s Black community during America’s 250th year at the Rhode Island Slave History Medallions 250th Juneteenth celebration.
Sunday 6/21/26
Amo will attend the annual Juneteenth RI Festival to celebrate the culture, flavors, and talents of Black Rhode Islanders.
