STL History Live | Emancipation Day

STL History Live brings you fascinating stories about St. Louis. These programs include a 20- to 30-minute presentation followed by a brief Q&A. This event originally premiered on January 14, 2021.

EVENT DESCRIPTION
Celebrated at various times throughout the country, Emancipation Day represents African Americans’ freedom from the bondage of slavery. It gives a voice to those who were once enslaved and honors their lives and contributions to American society. A representative from Greenwood Cemetery will talk about those who lived in or around the St. Louis region during Missouri’s emancipation.