Black Panther takes a break from fighting crime to meet guests at the Children's Museum Houston! Don't miss this thrilling themed event and amazing photo opportunity.

While you're here, explore some more of our 'Wakanda Forever' event.

Black panther will be at the museum from 10am-5pm.

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Juneteenth celebrates the day enslaved African Americans in Texas were told they were free. On June 19, 1865, Union general Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston and proclaimed freedom from slavery in the state. Children’s Museum is proud to celebrate and honor this historic day with drumming, storytelling, dramatization, interactive activities and so much more! Can your mind come out to play?™

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Sponsored by CCPPI

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This event is included in general admission. No additional ticket is necessary.

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On-Going Activities

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Black Panther

10am-4pm, Alcove

Make a royal encounter with T'Challa, the King of Wakanda, himself!

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Harriet Tubman Dramatization

2 p.m. in Brown Auditorium.‍

Learn about the life and leadership of Harriet Tubman with “Git On Board! The Life of Harriet Tubman” presented by Young Audiences of Houston.

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Joy of Djembe Drumming

3:00 pm & 4:00 pm, Auditorium

(each performance is approx. 20 min)

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Storytime and Book Giveaway

12pm and 1pm *books while supplies last, Auditorium

Listen to author Jatrean Sanders, Esq read her book, Today Was Not The Same, to spark meaningful conversations about diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion.

**Illustrator workshop TBD