Exhibit Puts Lesser-Known Sacramento Black History In Spotlight

The rich yet little known history of Sacramento’s Black culture was unveiled July 16 at the Sacramento History Museum.

“Sacramento Juneteenth Festival Exhibit” highlights the last 22 years of Juneteenth traditions and the history behind Black ancestors arriving in Sacramento. The exhibit was put together by Sacramento Juneteenth Executive Director Gary Simon at the museum’s invitation.

“[Sacramento Juneteenth] has worked with other museums and other libraries, but this was an invitation that was second to none,” Simon said July 22 at an opening reception for the exhibit.

The exhibit, on display until Tuesday, Sept. 2, features multiple displays, including a timeline of the last 22 years of Juneteenth celebrations, artwork by a Black artist, and important historical documents important t