The Emancipation Day Celebration Website

Raising of the Flag ................ Bill Jackson/Civil War Troops
Welcome................................Andrew Gilmore, President
Invocation..............................TBD
Negro National Anthem..........Jeannie Williams
Pledge of Allegiance...............Raymond Cousins
Musical Selections..................River Valley Marching Band
Special Music ........................Burlington Men’s Chorus of First Baptist Church, Burlington, Ohio featuring Angela Young
Special Remarks....................Civil War Colored Troops
Remarks/Performances...........President Lincoln & Mrs. Lincoln
Offering
Special Music.........................Burlington Men’s Chorus of First Baptist Church, Burlington, Ohio featuring Angela Young
Throughout the day, watch for historical moments

Columbus Zoo & Aquarium – Promotions/Animal Encounters Program to be held beginning at 1:00 PM

Welcome & Recognition of Local, State & National Dignitaries..Glenn Miller, Vice-President
Special Music.......................TBD
Presentation of Civil War Re-enactment...U.S.C.T.
Scholarship Presentation....Arthur Clark
Introduction of Speaker......TBD
Keynote Speaker................TBD
Offering
Musical Selections...............TBD
Closing Remarks.................Glenn Miller