Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park, 40 Harriet Tubman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Admission: Complimentary
Step into history and celebrate the remarkable legacy of Harriet Tubman and the African American community’s contributions to labor and the development of Historic Mitchelville—the first self-governed town of formerly enslaved people in the United States.
This year’s Freedom Day event promises an inspiring exploration of how Harriet Tubman’s fearless leadership and strategic brilliance helped build a thriving workforce and economy in Historic Mitchelville.
“This year, Freedom Day at Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park offers a unique opportunity to learn more about one of Mitchelville’s most impactful heroes, the incredible Harriet Tubman. She was a fearless leader whose vision and determination helped shape Historic Mitchelville into a thriving community and economy.”— Ahmad Ward, Executive Director.
| Dr. Edda Fields-Black | Wesley Wofford | SCAD Bee Sharps |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edda Fields-Black is a leading Harriet Tubman scholar and author with deep ancestral ties to the Combahee River Raid. Her work illuminates the pivotal moments in history that led to liberation and economic empowerment. | Wesley Wofford is a celebrated sculptor whose work brings untold stories of our collective history to life, including his renowned sculpture Harriet Tubman – The Journey to Freedom. | The SCAD Bee Sharps are the university’s premier student vocal ensemble. Specializing in a range of musical genres, from Great American Songbook classics to popular spirituals and today’s pop hits, these elite SCAD student performers from around the U.S. do it all: sing, dance, and dazzle! Whether they are backed by a four-piece band or singing alongside SCAD alum and American Idol winner Candice Glover (B.F.A., dramatic writing, 2022), the SCAD Bee Sharps are a must-see. |
Visit exploremitchelville.org or call 843-255-7301.
Don’t miss this powerful celebration of courage, leadership, and the enduring impact of African American contributions to our history. We’ll see you at Freedom Day!
