2025 Juneteenth Celebration
Friends of the Doleman Black Heritage Museum Present:
The 2025 Masquerade Ball With A Cotton Club Twist
Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025Time: 8:00 PM – 11:30 PMLocation: Cortland Mansion, Hagerstown, MDHAGERSTOWN, MD — The Friends of the Doleman Black Heritage Museum (DBHM) proudly presents the 2025 Masquerade Ball With A Cotton Club Twist, an evening of glamour, history, and community. This highly anticipated fundraising event will be held on
Thursday, June 19th, in honor of
Juneteenth, at Cortland Mansion in Hagerstown, Maryland.
This year’s celebration is extra special as we honor two individuals whose lives exemplify the values and mission of the Doleman Black
Heritage Museum:
- Celebrating the 60th Birthday of DBHM President, Ms. Phoebe Harris
- 2025 Community Achievement Award Honoree: Mr. David A. Washington
- 2025 Outstanding Military Service Award Honoree: [Honoree’s Name To Be Announced)
The Ball offers an unforgettable night featuring:
- Live music reminiscent of Harlem’s historic Cotton Club
- Heavy hors d’oeuvres
- Professional portraits
- Raffles and more!
Individual tickets are
$100 and can be reserved now. VIP table sponsorships are available for
$1,000, which includes admission for 10
guests and recognition at the event.
Click Here To Purchase Tickets
Why We Celebrate, Why We Fundraise
In today’s uncertain political climate, funding for nonprofit organizations like the Doleman Black Heritage Museum has become increasingly
challenging. The Friends of DBHM—a dedicated volunteer group—continue to support the museum’s daily operations and future home
projects through community-driven efforts. Your help is needed now more than ever!
Ways to support:
- Volunteer with the museum or Juneteenth events
- Sponsor upcoming programs
- Make a tax-deductible donation
Volunteer Opportunities
At the Museum: We are seeking volunteers with creative backgrounds in design to assist with preparations for our new exhibit, which
features restored and reimagined stained glass windows and photographs donated by Second Christian Church and Ebenezer AME
Church-Hagerstown. The restoration was entrusted to The Glass Loft and Howard’s Arts and Supplies.
Juneteenth Celebration – Hagerstown (June 19–22, 2025)Thursday, June 19 – Masquerade Ball– VIP Table Sponsorships ($1,000 for 10 guests)
- Individual VIP Tickets: $100
Friday, June 20 – Praise and Worship at Wheaton Park (7:00–9:00 PM)– We are inviting church choirs, soloists, clergy for community prayer, inspirational readers, and interpretive dancers.
Saturday, June 21 – Celebration of Survival at Wheaton Park (12:00–9:30 PM)Volunteers are needed for face painting and dance instruction (with a fun focus on social media dance challenges!).
Sunday, June 22 – Exhibit Unveiling at the Museum (5:00–7:00 PM)– Be a part of this historic moment.
For tickets, sponsorships, or to sign up to volunteer, please contact the museum at 301.797.5019, Monday–Friday, 12:00–5:00 PM. Click Here To Purchase Tickets
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