Juneteenth Art Show

The Brattleboro Selectboard unanimously voted to add Juneteenth as a town-observed holiday in May 2023, and the IDEA Committee, an internal group focused on providing a welcoming workplace and respectful environment for all, was tasked with developing a program to celebrate the occasion that summer.

This initiative took the form of an art show that coincides with the holiday and showcases the work of local Black artists. Participants are provided space in the Brattleboro Municipal Center where they can display and sell their work. Artists who are interested in participating in this annual event can reserve space in advance.

Candice Taylor-Diallo, the featured artist during the show's second year, said the exhibition “validates our voices and talents, encouraging further artistic expression and fostering a supportive environment within the community.”

To learn more, check out this video produced by NBC5-WPTZ during the first year of the event.

Take Part

If you're a Black artist from Vermont, we'd love to hear from you! Artists working in any medium are encouraged to display their work at the Brattleboro Municipal Center during select dates in the month of June. The Municipal Center is a historic building located at 230 Main Street in Brattleboro. The building is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Town will help promote the show through its social media channels.

Learn about how you can take part by emailing [email protected].

Artist Roxcell Bartholomew standing next to his artwork during the first show in 2023. Roxcell Bartholomew during the first show, which was held in 2023.

Various paintings by Mwanga William on display at the Municipal Center. Various paintings by Mwanga William on display at the Municipal Center.

Mwanga William painting in the Municipal Center during the first-year show.

A close-up of painting by Candice Taylor-Diallo during the second-year show. A close-up of a painting by Candice Taylor-Diallo during the second-year show.