Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Today, Juneteenth puts an emphasis on education and achievement. It is a time for reflection, rejoicing, assessment and self-improvement. In areas across the country, people of all races, nationalities and religions join hands to truthfully examine a period in our history that shaped and continues to influence our society today.
Laptops for Scholars
Applications Accepted: May 1-31, 2024
Eligibility: Appomattox resident attending a college or university during the 2024-2025 academic year.
Instructions: Email a 500 word essay describing what community means to you and how you plan to make a positive impact in the community. Send your email to: appomattoxequality@gmail.com. In the subject line put “Laptop for Scholars”. In the body of the email include your name, address, and contact number.
We will select one scholar to recive a laptop.
Laptop for a Scholar Giveaway
Appomattox for Equality wants to help a deserving student start their higher education journey right. Apply for your chance to win a laptop and a year-subscription to Microsoft Office by telling us about your aspirations and how a laptop will impact your academic success.
Juneteenth
AFE will be hosting its 4th annual Juneteenth event.
Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Today, Juneteenth puts an emphasis on education and achievement. It is a time for reflection, rejoicing, assessment and self-improvement. In areas across the country, people of all races, nationalities and religions join hands to truthfully examine a period in our history that shaped and continues to influence our society today.
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Black History Month
Join AFE in honoring a different local and iconic figure every day for the month of February!
Also, be sure to follow us on all our social media pages for updates, give-aways, and information about our returning Juneteenth celebration in downtown Appomattox!
Juneteenth: United In Hope
AFE will be hosting the 2nd annual Juneteenth event in Courtland Field on June 19, 2021 in historic downtown Appomattox. Juneteeth is the oldest national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Today, Juneteenth puts an emphasis on education and achievement. It is a time for reflection, rejoicing, assessment and self-improvement. In areas across the country, people of all races, nationalities and religions join hands to truthfully examine a period in our history that shaped and continues to influence our society today.
Freedom Day
Freedom Day is going virtual! While we are sad we won't be there in-person this year, we look forward to commemorating Freedom Day online.
Here is a note from Appomattox Court House National HIstorical Park:
April 8 - 11, On-Site Visits during the 156th Anniversary of the Surrender and Freedom Day
Although the park will not offer its usual slate of special talks, tours, and programs to commemorate the 156th Anniversary of the Surrender and Freedom Day, the park will remain open with visitor services for the commemorative weekend. The McLean House will be open to visitors from 9-5 each day, and staff will be on hand to share the powerful stories of the surrender and emancipation in Virginia. Living historians may also be present in the park's historic village to share different perspectives on the events of mid-April 1865.
For more information, including possible schedule changes due to inclement weather or other factors, please call the park at 434-352-8987, check the park's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/AppomattoxNPS or check the park's Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/appomattoxnps.
(photo credit: Appomattox Court House National Historical Park)
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