WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19th – SUNDAY, JUNE 23rd, 2024 | 10AM - 7PM
Various Anacostia locations. Free Event.

Stroll the Historic Anacostia business corridor and discover Juneteenth historical facts through sidewalk QR codes that encourage you to explore the area and the businesses. Take the stroll with the family, and don't forget to pick up your Juneteenth: Passage to Progress Stroll Passport Card from participating local businesses (see below) and get them stamped when you pay a visit, make a purchase, a social media post or join their mailing list. See below for details and where to pick up your tour card at participating businesses starting on Juneteenth, Wednesday, June 19th!

The first 50 people to get six stamps on their tour card and take it to Busboys and Poets Anacostia will receive a one-of-a-kind 2024 Anacostia Juneteenth commemorative t-shirt designed graphic artist Jona Monet.

The Passage To Progress Stroll is brought to you by the Anacostia Business Improvement District and Art to Go-Go.

GET YOUR TOUR CARDS at THESE BUSINESSES AND GET THEM STAMPED
See below for map with business locations!

Open Crumb La Threadz Couture
Anacostia Arts Center Vintage & Charmed Mahogany Books
Craig Kraft Studio
Honfleur Gallery
DCity Smokehouse Turning Natural Good Hope Hydroponics

HOW YOUR TOUR CARD CAN GET YOU A FREE JUNETEENTH 2024 T-SHIRT

ONE STAMP = 1) Visit a store 2) Purchase an item 3) Make a social media post 4) Join their mailing list

MAP OF PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES
Pick up a tour card or get your card stamped at the following location!

2024 JUNETEENTH COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRT DESIGN

I am pleased to present my design for the Juneteenth celebration t-shirt, honoring the profound significance of this day and the vibrant spirit of Washington, D.C. This design features a woman in traditional dress, holding a lantern in one hand and a paintbrush in the other, symbolizing the journey towards enlightenment, creativity, and progress.

The lantern represents the guiding light of freedom and knowledge, while the paintbrush signifies the power of art and culture in shaping our community’s identity. Behind the woman stands the iconic Frederick Douglass building, illuminated by a full moon. This imagery pays tribute to Frederick Douglass, a pivotal figure in the fight for freedom and equality, whose legacy continues to inspire.

Juneteenth marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrates the ongoing quest for justice and equality. By featuring a native Anacostian woman, this design honors the rich history and cultural contributions of the residents east of the river in Anacostia. It reflects the enduring spirit of resilience and progress that characterizes both Juneteenth and the community.

Washington, D.C., with its deep historical roots and diverse population, plays a crucial role in the narrative of freedom and civil rights. This design not only celebrates Juneteenth but also underscores the importance of recognizing and honoring the contributions of the local community in the broader context of American history. - Jona Monet