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EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 10 MIN

'Kumbayah: The Juneteenth Story' celebrates 30 years of bringing history to the stage

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For 30 years, Rose McGee has celebrated Juneteenth by sharing her stage performance of “Kumbayah: The Juneteenth Story” across Minnesota. To mark this special anniversary, the performance will include special guest appearances from cast members from previous years who grew up as a part of this important story about the emancipation of African Americans. McGee joined Minnesota Now to talk more about the play and memorable moments from the last three decades.

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