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This conversation will explore the journey toward freedom, the strength of our ancestors, and the wisdom that continues to guide our community forward today.
Founder, Juneteenth Nevada | Vice-Chair, National Juneteenth Observance Foundation (NJOF)
For nearly three decades, Deborah "Dee" Evans has been a driving force in the movement to preserve and honor the legacy of Juneteenth. As the founder of Juneteenth Nevada and a national leader within the NJOF, her tireless advocacy was instrumental in the 2023 landmark legislation that officially established Juneteenth as a Nevada state holiday.
Beyond her legislative achievements, Dee is a dedicated community builder. Her work focuses on bridging history with the future through:
Educational Outreach: Ensuring the true story of June 19, 1865, remains a central part of our cultural consciousness.
Youth Empowerment: Mentoring the next generation of leaders through the Miss Juneteenth Nevada program and various youth initiatives.
Cultural Celebration: Coordinating large-scale events that celebrate freedom, resilience, and the richness of African American heritage.
With over 28 years of grassroots leadership, Dee continues to expand the reach of Juneteenth Nevada, turning a historical milestone into a year-round movement for education, unity, and progress.
This conversation is intimate look at her Journey of Juneteenth here in Nevada.
Free and Open to the Public
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Community Events |
| Mon, Mar 23 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Mar 24 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Mar 25 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Mar 26 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Mar 27 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Mar 28 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Mar 29 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
The West Las Vegas Library opened originally as a storefront on “D” Street in 1973, and later growing to a 16,000+ square-foot, stand-alone branch on West Lake Mead Boulevard in 1989, the new location on North Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard reflects another important milestone in the Library District’s service to this neighborhood. Spanning two stories at 41,000+ square feet, the library’s spectacular new home is more than double the size of its predecessor. In addition to offering an Event Center, 3D Printing Lab, the Historical African American Collection, and Digital Memories Preservation Lab, this 41,000-square-foot library houses an all-new collection of 60,000 volumes.