GALVESTON, Texas - s4story -- Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, history, and culture at the Juneteenth 160th Anniversary Celebration at the Grand Opera House in Galveston, Texas. The event, which marks the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth, will feature performances by gospel music legends Shirley Caesar, The Walls Group, and the Houston Mass Choir. This spectacular concert will honor the significance of Juneteenth and celebrate freedom, resilience, and unity in a one-of-a-kind musical experience.

Shirley Caesar, a living legend in gospel music, will bring her powerful voice and inspiring spirit to the stage, alongside the incredible sounds of The Walls Group and the soulful harmonies of the Houston Mass Choir. This star-studded event promises to deliver an unforgettable night of uplifting gospel music and cultural celebration.

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This special concert is proudly presented by the Nia Cultural Center, a community organization dedicated to preserving and promoting African American culture. The event will take place at the Grand Opera House, located in Galveston—the birthplace of Juneteenth, where the historic news of emancipation reached enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865.

The website  https://galvestonjuneteenthbirthplace.org will serve as a global pressroom by providing visiting credentialed media outlets a central location to plug in and connect with the community.

The site will also link the holiday's history and current island experiences along with  the debut of  The B.I.G Show Podcast covering  lifestyle, arts, culture, & business. The B.I.G acronym stands for "Big In Galveston" our launch campaign is " GO Galveston!" & "Let's GO B.I.G!"

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On Wednesday's at 11am get your midweek rundown with multimedia personality & Galveston BOI native Rahru Arceneaux. She will use her industry background in entertainment & public relations to share Galveston's rich history, present passions and future pursuits. The month of June celebrates Black Music, Juneteenth, Fathers Day and more. Let's GO B.I.G!

Event Details:

Date: Sunday June 8, 2025

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: Grand Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX

Tickets: Available now at www.thegrand.com

About Nia Cultural Center:

The Nia Cultural Center is committed to fostering cultural awareness and education through art, music, and history, with a special focus on the African American experience. Nia's mission is to promote the values of freedom, unity, and cultural pride within the community. Concert tickets www.thegrand.com.