juneteenth in kinderhook

On Juneteenth this year, two Columbia County organizations, Africa's Daughters and GOD belongs in Our County, held a celebration at the Persons of Color Cemetery in Kinderhook.  Organizers Linda Van Alstyne and Rev. Kim Singletary were kind enough to invite us and ask Lisa to speak on the history of the cemetery.  The event was attended by multi-racial group of about 50 people, including several local politicians and dignitaries.  You can see the full video of the Lisa's speech on our Facebook page.

Vicki and Lisa are introduced by their cousin Rev. Gloria Jimpson

Lisa shares the history of the cemetery as the crowd looks on.

Opening hymn sung by Linda Van Alstyne, Rev. Kim Singletary, and another local pastor.

Cousins! Rev. Gloria Jimpson, Lisa, Vicki, Linda Van Alstyne