Eighth of August Jubilee
Knoxville, TN
Knoxville, TN
- Date(s): August 7, 2020 to August 9, 2020
- Event Times: Friday at 6:00 PM, Saturday at 8:30 AM and 8:00 PM
- Price: Free
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A city-wide celebration to honor and recognize the action of Andrew Johnson freeing his personal slaves on August 8, 1863, and the significance of emancipation in the history of Tennessee.
On Friday, August 7th, join the virtual Town Hall Meeting, Racial Justice III - Youth and Young Adult Edition. This is a free virtual event from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM with moderator, Andre Canty.
Saturday, August 8th the Libation Ceremony will be live on Facebook at 8:30 AM. The Red-Carpet Special Presentation will be live on Cable/Community Television of Knoxville (CTV) at 8:00 PM. If you miss the live presentation one Saturday, tune in at 8:00 PM on Sunday for an encore presentation.
Eighth of August Jubilee
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Free Knoxville Trolley Rides
Free Knoxville Trolley Rides
Trolley Routes General Information: There are three trolley routes that serve the downtown and UT area: The Green Line, The Blue Line and the Orange Line. Trolley maps are available at locations throughout downtown, including the Knoxville Station....
Trolley Routes General Information: There are three trolley routes that serve the downtown and UT area: The Green Line, The...
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Downtown Parking
Downtown Parking
There are several options and plenty of parking garages and lots all around Downtown Knoxville. Many garages and lots are free on weeknights and weekends.
There are several options and plenty of parking garages and lots all around Downtown Knoxville. Many garages and lots are...
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