Juneteenth

In honor of Juneteenth becoming a recognized US Federal Holiday, we would like to spotlight Sally Hemings, who is an important figure in the history of enslaved people in America. This 1:6 scale figure of her from our collection was created by IGMA Fellow Ellen Poitras.

Sally Hemings Collection Cameo

We encourage you to visit Monticello.org for more information on the life and legacy of Sally Hemings.

We are also pleased to announce that we are the recipient of a $10,000 grant from the Absolon Foundation, awarded to help us build a Strategic Plan for Diversity and Inclusion in 2021. 


For more information on the history and significance of Juneteenth, we recommend checking out these institutions– many of which are hosting virtual events: 

The Juneteenth Foundation

The Center for Civil and Human Rights Jubilee

National Museum of African American History and Culture

American Civil War Museum

The Museum of the American Revolution

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History