Juneteenth 2024 Recap
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Juneteenth 2024 Recap

Juneteenth 2024 was highlighted by a luncheon hosted by the LMCC at the St. Augustine Renaissance Hotel on June 15th that included music, history, and great food. This was a part of the 60th Anniversary of the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.

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Commemorating Jackie Robinson Day!
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Commemorating Jackie Robinson Day!

On April 15, 1947 Jackie Robinson made his historic debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the color line in Major League Baseball. He also was a strong a supporter of the Civil Rights Movement, and spread his support right here in St. Augustine.

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