Commemorating Juneteenth
The Baltimore Museum of Art will be closed this Sunday, June 19, in commemoration of Juneteenth.
On Sunday, it will be 157 years since the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas, which marked the announcement of the abolition of slavery throughout the entire former Confederacy. The BMA wants to honor the historical significance of this day by continuing to offer it as a paid holiday for staff.
This will be the third year the Museum closes for Juneteenth.
We hope you take a moment on Saturday to meditate, reflect, or learn.
The BMA believes that observing Juneteenth encourages people to learn about the events surrounding that date. We are heartened to see the U.S. Senate has passed a measure that puts the day on the path to becoming a recognized Federal holiday. We hope you take a moment on Saturday to meditate, reflect, or learn. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Museum on Wednesday, June 22.