Wander through Newburyport’s historic Highland Cemetery with a special guide - noted author and historian Ghlee Woodworth, a 12th generation Newburyport native. On this special Juneteenth event, Woodworth will focus on the memorials of Newburyport’s once-thriving Black community, and tell the story of “Guinea village”, the slang term for the Black neighborhood nearby. Learn more about efforts to commemorate and celebrate these lives and experiences.

At Highland Cemetery - 21 Hill St., Newburyport, MA 01950 Directions: Meet at the first Hill Street entrance on the right. Park on Hill Street.

$15 adults, $10 Museum of Old Newbury members