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African American Museum of Bucks partners with Sesame Place for Juneteenth exhibit

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The African American Museum of Bucks County (AAMBC) presents “The Journey to Juneteenth,” an exhibit about the history and significance of Juneteenth, in partnership with Sesame Place.

The exhibit, displayed in the Sesame Studio Theater, is open to the public through June 28. Tickets to Sesame Place in Langhorne can be purchased at www.sesameplace.com/philadelphia/tickets/.

The exhibit takes the viewer on a journey, portraying significant events in U.S. history relating to the struggle for freedom. Topics include abolitionism, the Emancipation Proclamation, the Civil War and other key events that led up to the commemoration of Juneteenth as a federal holiday. A short video on the meaning of Juneteenth, as well as related Sesame Street content, will be shown on loop in the theater.

“Sesame Place is honored to be a partner of the African American Museum of Bucks County and to provide a platform for the museum to both educate and connect with guests,” said Cathy Valeriano, park president of Sesame Place Philadelphia.

President of the AAMBC Linda Salley said, “We are thrilled to be partnering with Sesame Place for Juneteenth. It is our hope that everyone who visits the exhibit will learn the meaning behind and the importance of Juneteenth. This exhibit will further educate the public on the untold stories of the African American experience in history, while inspiring the future.”

For updates on the museum and its upcoming events and exhibits head visit www.infoaambc.org and follow the AAMBC on social media.

“The Journey to Juneteenth,” an exhibit about the history and significance of Juneteenth, is on view at Sesame Place in Langhorne.


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