WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – The Burnett-Eaton Museum Foundation held its third annual Juneteenth Community Reunion on Wednesday.

Speakers gave speeches on African American history and legacy to pass the knowledge from generation to generation.

“My granddaughter is seven and even when they don’t understand, use repetition and tell them what we have been through. And teach them black history because it’s not taught in school. Black history is American history, but unfortunately, it’s not recognized as that,” Lynee Hines said.

Hines says this holiday is about embracing her history, people, ancestors, and what they had to go through as black Americans.

Attendants had the opportunity to learn about the US Colored Troops, what the holiday means, and what the Juneteenth flag represents. The cultural celebration also included dance and singing performances, poetry, and food.

You can learn more about black history by visiting the first and only African-American museum in Wilmington Burrnett-Eaton Museum Foundation.

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