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Special Event

Event

Triumph of the Human Spirit Day "Freedom"

African Burial Ground National Monument

Fee:

Free.

Location:

The event will begin at the African Burial Ground National Monument located at 290 Broadway and then proceed to Foley Square.

Dates & Times

Date:

Thursday, October 10, 2024

Time:

10:30 AM

Duration:

2 hours and 30 minutes

Type of Event

Partner Program

Description

The 2024 Commemoration Triumph of the Human Spirit Day: "Freedom" will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 10:30am until 1pm. The event will begin at the African Burial Ground National Monument and then proceed to Foley Square.

Triumph of the Human Spirit by Dr. Lorenzo Pace is the world's largest site-specific installation venerating the experience of African American slavery and was erected on the rediscovered African Burial Ground. 

The annual commemoration teaches early New York City history and celebrates the resilience passed on to all of us by the diverse communities whom the monument honors. The event will include dance, drumming, history lessons, and art-making.

Reservation or Registration: Yes

Please RSVP to rsvp@culture.nyc.gov

Image Gallery

The flyer for the Triumph of the Human Spirit Day: "Freedom"
The flyer for the Triumph of the Human Spirit Day:
Don't miss this year's commemoration of the Triumph of the Human Spirit Day: "Freedom."
NYC Department of Cultural Affairs