George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center

06/23/2026

Join us at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center on July 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM for a powerful Frederick Douglass Independence Day discussion, “What to the Black American is the Fourth of July?” featuring Dr. Jeremy Levitt and Dr. Matthew C. Whitaker. Come reflect, remember, reclaim, and renew with us at The Carver. Register here: https://www.thecarveraz.org/events

06/21/2026

Freedom honored. Joy shared. Community strengthened. Thank you to everyone who celebrated Juneteenth 2026 with us at The Carver as we uplifted Black history, culture, and future together in Phoenix.

06/20/2026

Honoring the past, empowering the future. Visit TheCarverAZ to experience African American history, art, and community brought to life in the heart of Phoenix. Discover exhibitions, youth programs, and events that preserve and share Black stories in Arizona and the American West—all on the historic grounds of the former Phoenix Union Colored High School. Plan your visit, explore upcoming events, or make a tax-deductible gift at TheCarverAZ.org. TheCarverAZ

06/20/2026

Dr. Matthew C. Whitaker and the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center George were honored to join in such a powerful and heartfelt Juneteenth celebration. Spaces like this—filled with reflection, community, and shared purpose—remind us of the enduring strength of our history and the importance of coming together across organizations to uplift it. We extend our gratitude to and the and all who made this gathering possible. It was a privilege to stand alongside dedicated leaders and community members in honoring freedom, legacy, and the work still ahead.

06/20/2026

Dr. Matthew C. Whitaker and the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center George were honored to join in such a powerful and heartfelt Juneteenth celebration. Spaces like this—filled with reflection, community, and shared purpose—remind us of the enduring strength of our history and the importance of coming together across organizations to uplift it. We extend our gratitude to St. Vincent de Paul, Xavier Walker, Black Philanthropy Arizona, the Arizona Community Foundation, and all who made this gathering possible. It was a privilege to stand alongside dedicated leaders and community members in honoring freedom, legacy, and the work still ahead.

06/19/2026

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06/19/2026

Honored to see the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center featured as Phoenix comes together to commemorate Juneteenth, reflect on our history, and celebrate Black freedom, culture, and community pride.
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Over the weekend, The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center in Phoenix held its annual Juneteenth Celebration.

06/14/2026

The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival was a resounding success. We extend our sincere gratitude to our dedicated team, volunteers, speakers, and performers who brought this celebration to life, and to our valued sponsor, Salt River Project, for their continued support. We also thank our outstanding partners—PhxSoul.com, Delta Tau Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Archwood Exchange, Grassrootz Books and Juice Bar, Kolor the Culture, All My Creatures, 1% Kid, and JustinTime 4 Story Time—for helping us create a meaningful and memorable experience for our community.

06/12/2026

Join us TOMORROW — Saturday, June 13 for Carver’s Juneteenth Festival 2026! 🎊

📍 George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center | 415 E. Grant St., Phoenix, AZ
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM | FREE & Open to All

Celebrate Juneteenth with us through live performances, spoken word, soul music, youth programming, community vendors, a blood drive for Sickle Cell, and so much more!

✨ Emcees: Brenda Holt & Brian Watson
🎤 DJ: William Feggins – School of Hip Hop 91.9 FM
🎸 Freddy Walker | Amara the Muse | Oya Sunshine | Rashaad Thomas | Truth B. Told | more

🛍️ Shop with our incredible Black-owned vendors - 🍽️ Enjoy amazing food trucks - 🎨 Kids Corner all day!

From emancipation to empowerment — this is our story. Come be a part of it.

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