• JUNETEENTH IN GALVESTON, WHERE IT ALL BEGAN. S2 EP # 4 SHARON LEWIS

  • Jun 14 2024
  • Duración: 24 m
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JUNETEENTH IN GALVESTON, WHERE IT ALL BEGAN. S2 EP # 4 SHARON LEWIS

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  • In this episode, the host welcomes Councilwoman Sharon Lewis of Galveston’s District 1 to discuss the rich history and vibrant celebrations of Juneteenth in Galveston, Texas. Councilwoman Lewis shares insights about her background in education, her role in city council, and her efforts toward making Juneteenth a prominent and nationally recognized event. The episode highlights various Juneteenth activities and events in Galveston, including the scholarship gala, the Juneteenth Banquet, the historical reenactments, and the development of the Galveston United Juneteenth Alliance (GUJA) website. Councilwoman Lewis also discusses the development of a Juneteenth museum and the increased tourism and economic impact brought by these festivities. Listeners learn about other engaging activities in Galveston such as home tours, the Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, and fishing excursions, making the island a year-round tourist destination. The episode wraps up with an invitation for everyone to visit Galveston and experience Juneteenth celebrations first-hand, where it all began.
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