Jim-Ree Museum, Inc

06/17/2026

So thankful for the Blight Bandits sponsorship and participation in our Juneteenth celebration!!

06/16/2026

06/12/2026

🎉 We are so excited for the Juneteenth Parade and Festival tomorrow!

This year's theme, "Together, We Rise," reminds us that when a community comes together to celebrate, support, and uplift one another, we all grow stronger. Every day brings an opportunity to learn from one another, build meaningful connections, and create a brighter future for everyone.

Join us on the Elberton Square as we celebrate freedom, honor history, enjoy great food and entertainment, and come together as a community. Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us make this a day to remember! We can't wait to celebrate with you tomorrow!
Elbert Chamber of Commerce Main Street Elberton GA City of Elberton Healings & Nu Beginnings A Shoe in Dance and Performing Arts Center

06/10/2026

‼️New parade route for our 2nd annual parade‼️
After meeting with City of Elberton officials and Elberton Police Department , we were able to plan the same route as the MLK, Jr. Parade. We are grateful for everyone who literally came to the table to discuss plans and procedures to make this happen. The best community is a community that works together because "TOGETHER, WE RISE!"

Remember parade participate can give out candy, but it must handed out, not thrown. AND if you forgot to pre-register, you can on the day of the parade at Blackwell Cultural Center.

Elbert Chamber of Commerce Main Street Elberton GA

Jim-Ree African American Museum (JAAM) of Northeast Georgia is housed in the Historic Elbert County Jail in Elberton, GA, USA.

06/09/2026

🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Elberton native Otha Thornton will serve as the Grand Marshal of the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Parade!

After graduating from Elbert County Comprehensive High School, Otha earned a bachelor's degree from Morehouse College and a master's degree from Michigan Technological University. He went on to serve our nation as a United States Army Lieutenant Colonel, earning the Bronze Star during his military career.

Otha has dedicated his life to leadership and service, including serving as President of the National PTA. Most recently, he was a candidate for Georgia State School Superintendent.

Closer to home, Otha is well known for his work with Elberton's Promise, a local nonprofit organization that helps young people develop leadership, networking, and life skills.

Join us on June 13 as we celebrate freedom, community, and the accomplishments of one of Elberton's own. We are honored to have Otha Thornton lead this year's parade!

Jim-Ree African American Museum (JAAM) of Northeast Georgia is housed in the Historic Elbert County Jail in Elberton, GA, USA.

06/04/2026

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06/03/2026

Isaac Cleveland, fondly known as IV, is coming to Elberton to do what he does best: entertain! Bring your lawn chair to the Elberton Public Square.

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

Kenn Downer, host of the show Flashback Saturday, will be the MC on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 4 to 5: 45 PM at the Juneteenth Festival on the Elberton Public Square.

05/26/2026

We are in our last week of accepting early registration for the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Parade. You can register online through our website.
https://www.jimree.org/juneteenth-parade

We have a great turnout last year and looking forward to an even better one this year!

Jim-Ree African American Museum (JAAM) of Northeast Georgia is housed in the Historic Elbert County Jail in Elberton, GA, USA.