Steven M. Anderson

Featured Artists: KYSHONA GRACE GIVERTZ SAM RISE Celebrate Juneteenth led by three powerhouse artists of color who use their music as a vehicle for community organizing. Join Kyshona, Grace Givertz and front line activist Sam Rise as they sing the music of freedom movements and pay tribute to the incredible storytelling, oral traditions and sonic contributions of the seminal Elizabeth Cotten, roots chameleon Ruthie Foster and civil rights icons Odetta, Sweet Honey in the Rock, Toshi Reagon and Bernice Johnson Reagon. Community Foodways Partner: Tall Grass Food Box Additional Featured Partner: Black Opry The 2024 Music in the Gardens series is presented in partnership with Country Soul Songbook (CSSB). Visitor Information Music in the Gardens concerts take place on the lawn behind the Doris Duke Center. Lawn chairs, picnics, and blankets are encouraged. Pets are not allowed. Outside food and beverages, including beer and wine, are permitted and will also be available for purchase on-site from The Palace International. The lawn will open at 6 p.m. before each concert. University parking at the Gardens is $2/hour until 7 p.m. In the event of rain, concerts will take place at Baldwin Auditorium on Duke’s East Campus. Location changes will be announced by 1 p.m. on the day of the event. Listen from Anywhere! This concert will be broadcasted live on WXDU 88.7 FM, Duke University Radio! Tune in live from anywhere in Durham or online at wxdu.org.