FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Evansville Cultural Experience to Carry Forward Community Tradition with the Return of "Family Day in the Park"

EVANSVILLE, INDIANA – Evansville Cultural Experience (ECE) is proud to announce that it will assume leadership of one of Evansville's most cherished community traditions, restoring the event's original name, Family Day in the Park, and continuing its mission of celebrating family, culture, community, and unity.

Founded in 1999, Family Day at the Park began as a grassroots community gathering designed to bring families together through fellowship, entertainment, food, education, and cultural celebration. Over the years, the event grew into one of the region's most recognized African American community festivals, creating opportunities for local businesses, organizations, artists, and families to connect while celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Evansville.

As Evansville Cultural Experience enters its seventh year of organizing the city's annual Juneteenth Celebration, the organization sees Family Day at the Park as a natural extension of its mission to preserve, celebrate, and share the stories, traditions, and contributions of African Americans throughout our community.

"Family Day and Juneteenth have always shared a common purpose," said Phillip Baker of Evansville Cultural Experience. "Both events were created to bring people together, support local businesses and organizations, celebrate our culture, and strengthen the bonds that make our community thrive. We are honored to carry forward the legacy that so many community leaders and volunteers have built over the past 27 years."

While Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates the enduring principle of freedom, Family Day at the Park provides another opportunity for families of all backgrounds to gather, connect, and celebrate the culture, history, and community spirit that have helped shape Evansville.

Under ECE's leadership, attendees can expect many of the traditions that made Family Day a community favorite, including:

• Live entertainment and cultural performances
• Local food vendors and small businesses
• Community resource organizations and nonprofit partners
• Youth and family activities
• Health and wellness information
• Opportunities to support and invest in local entrepreneurs

By restoring the original name, Family Day at the Park, Evansville Cultural Experience hopes to honor the event's roots while creating new opportunities for growth and community engagement for future generations.

"Our goal is not to replace the history of Family Day, but to preserve it," Sharnetta Sharp said. "We recognize the impact this event has had on countless families throughout Evansville. We are committed to honoring that legacy while ensuring the event continues to serve as a welcoming space where people can celebrate community, culture, and family together."

Additional details regarding event dates, vendor applications, sponsorship opportunities, and entertainment announcements will be released in the coming months.

For more information about Family Day at the Park or Evansville Cultural Experience, please contact:

Evansville Cultural Experience, Inc.
Email: info@evansvilleculturalexperience.com
Facebook: Evansville Cultural Experience

About Evansville Cultural Experience

Evansville Cultural Experience is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating culture, supporting local businesses, promoting community engagement, and creating opportunities for education, economic empowerment, and cultural appreciation throughout Evansville and the surrounding region. The organization is best known for producing the annual Juneteenth Celebration, now entering its seventh year of service to the community.