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Opal Lee

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Opal Lee, the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' being honored at a celebratory event inside the National Museum of African American History and Culture, surrounded by an appreciative audience.
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National Museum to Honor Opal Lee at 2026 Juneteenth Celebration

At 97 years old, Opal Lee, the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' will be honored at the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) in 2026.

Eleanor Voss·May 11, 2026