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Eighth of August Jubilee Celebration

People sitting in lawn chairs on a grassy field watching an outdoor event with white and red tents in the background
A woman in an orange hat seated in a lawn chair looks up and talks to a catering worker at an outdoor community event
A man speaking into a microphone while seated behind a sound mixing board on an outdoor stage with trees in the background
Group of senior citizens sitting in lawn chairs outdoors, talking and relaxing during a community event
Five people sitting in lawn chairs on a grassy field with a backdrop of dense trees
Five diverse individuals smiling outdoors behind a table of books, with one man wearing a Morristown College t-shirt
People gather at a Morristown College reunion information booth under a red tent during an outdoor event
A smiling woman sits on a mobility scooter wearing a Tennessee Emancipation Day August 8th 1863 graphic t-shirt
A smiling woman in a Morristown College Legacy t-shirt wears a neck fan and sunglasses on her hat at an outdoor event
An older woman holds up a black t-shirt reading Tennessee Emancipation Day, August 8th, 1863
A smiling woman with dark curly hair and sunglasses sits in a red chair under a blue canopy tent at an outdoor event
A smiling woman and two young girls stand behind a wooden display tray of wrapped mini loaves at an outdoor market
A vendor booth for Tennessee Roots Designs featuring popcorn and cotton candy for sale under a white tent in a park
A smiling woman stands at a vendor booth for Nik’s Pretty n Sweet Treats, displaying baked goods outdoors
Task Force on Diversity sign for Morristown, TN, featuring a colorful ring of hands surrounding a building illustration
White Twinz Main Squeeze food trailer and a colorful Philly Water Ice flag standing on grass near a wooded area
People waiting at the service window of a blue food truck named The Pita Pocket selling gyros, burgers, and fries
A woman in a white shirt and blue gloves serves a tray of food from a buffet line under a green tent
A group of adults and a child sit at an outdoor picnic table with drinks and snacks under a shaded structure
Two police officers in uniform stand under a tent canopy, interacting with community members at an outdoor event
A woman in a white hoodie stands in line at an outdoor catering table being served by a worker in a gray Sloan's Catering shirt
A smiling woman in a white t-shirt and sunglasses uses a smartphone while wearing blue latex gloves at an outdoor event
Two people smiling while holding a prepared plate of food including fried chicken, green beans, and macaroni and cheese
A man in blue gloves serves food from buffet trays to people gathered at an outdoor community event in a park
A smiling police officer in sunglasses sits on a park bench during an outdoor community event with white tents
A man in all white and sunglasses sings into a microphone while playing a Roland keyboard on an outdoor stage
A drummer and a guitarist perform on an outdoor stage with trees in the background
A man in a pink suit and white hat dances on a lawn in front of a seated audience and a stage with large speakers
A man in a pink suit and white newsboy cap dances outdoors while holding a microphone
Band in matching pink suits and white hats performing on an outdoor stage surrounded by lush green trees
A man in a pink suit, white t-shirt, and white cap dances on grass while holding a microphone at an outdoor event
Smiling man in a pink suit and white hat clapping on an outdoor stage during a performance
A curly-haired singer in a pink vest and trousers performs into a microphone on an outdoor stage
Three men in matching pink vests and white hats perform a dance routine on an outdoor stage with a live band
Smiling man in a white t-shirt and baseball cap playing a blue bass guitar on an outdoor stage
A man in a pink vest and white cap sings on an outdoor stage with a drummer and bassist in the background
Four smiling senior Black women wearing sunglasses relax outdoors in folding chairs near parked cars on a grassy field
A large silver bell with an inscription about its 1922 restoration, mounted in a black metal frame outdoors
Event flyer for the Eighth of August Jubilee Celebration featuring performances by The Tams, Billy Crawford, Stan the Man, and Tanika Walthall, along with soul food. Date and time: August 8, 2026, from 2-7 PM at Fulton-Hill Park New Pavilion. QR code included for sponsorship.

Please Help Sponsor this Event:

Freedom Torchbearer – $5000

As a Freedom Torchbearer, you serve as the leading light for our celebration. Your support ensures the “torch” of history continues to burn brightly, illuminating the path for future generations.

Jubilee Champion – $3000

The Jubilee Champion celebrates the spirit of collective joy. Champions are the engine behind our festival’s celebration of culture and the ongoing legacy of the August 8th emancipation.

Legacy Partner – $1000

A Legacy Partner is someone committed to the long-term preservation of our history, focusing on the historical and educational roots of the celebration. Your partnership demonstrates a profound respect for the stories of those who came before us and a commitment to keeping those stories alive.

Community Catalyst – $ Choose Your Amount

Community Catalysts provide the vital spark that brings our community together. This level is designed for businesses and individuals who want to fuel grassroots participation. Your sponsorship helps provide the resources needed for local vendors, youth activities, and volunteer coordination.

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