June 19
First Security Amphitheater
400 President Clinton Ave
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
Juneteenth Summit 2026
In a city that shows up for Juneteenth, this is where the conversation begins. The inaugural Juneteenth Summit is designed for connection, access, and progress.
From mainstage conversations to smaller breakout sessions, every part of the Summit is designed to bring people together, share knowledge, and open doors.
Event Details
The Juneteenth Summit honors a pivotal moment in our nation's history, while creating space for what comes next, bringing people together in Little Rock for a day rooted in reflection, celebration, and forward movement. For sponsorship opportunities please email juneteenth@friendsofmtcc.org
- Date & Time - June 19, 2026 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Location - Robinson Center, 426 W Markham St, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
- Price - Free registration ticketed event
Across main stage conversations, breakout sessions, and interactive workshops, attendees walk away with a new perspective and real next steps. The Summit focuses on:
Economic Mobility & Workforce Development
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
The Creative & Cultural Economy
Financial Empowerment & Wealth Building
Leadership & Community Advancement
Program Schedule
| Time | Main Stage (Performance Hall) | Wealth & Impact (Hamilton 60) | Workforce, Tech & Economy Mobility (Porter 60) | History & Legacy (BHF) (Davis 60) | Health & Refresh Lounge (Piazza 50) | Career + Opportunity Hall (Convention Center Ballroom) |
| 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. | Registration + DJ | |||||
| 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. | The Leaders Behind Juneteenth: Mosaic Templars Cultural Center Department of Arkansas Heritage City of Little Rock Local Cultural Talent Performers | Booths Open - 9 a.m. | ||||
| 10:05 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. | Keynote (Living History - The Legacy of the Little Rock Nine: Carlotta Walls LaNier, Terrance Roberts, Elizabeth Eckford) | The Blueprint: Data, Dollars & Future of Financial Empowerment (City of Little Rock) | Motown of the South: The Legacy of Stax Records | **Open | ||
| 11:05 a.m. - 11:55 a.m. | Banking on Us: Wealth, Ownership & Access (Southern Bankcorp) | Love You Some Little Rock: The Rise of the City (Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau) | Lounge | **Open | ||
| 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. | Motown of the South: Stax Records | Drip & Design: Southern Style | **Open | |||
| 1:05 p.m. - 2 p.m. | Turning Aura into Currency (Arkansas Influencers) | Still We Rise (Maya Angelou) | Lounge | Secure The Bag: Pitch Competition | ||
| 2:05 p.m. - 2:55 p.m. | Keynote (Barbershop Talk - The Mindset for Success: Fred Taylor, Darren McFadden) | Philanthropic Power, Partnership, and Possibility (Arkansas Black Philanthropy Collective) | **Open | |||
| 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. | VIP Reception: Stella Boyle Smith Grand Terrace | VIP Reception: Stella Boyle Smith Grand Terrace | **Open | |||
| 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Booths Close - 5 p.m. |
Make it a Juneteenth weekend in Little Rock, with celebrations happening across the city. Between events, relax and stay awhile, explore local restaurants, get inspired at museums and attractions, and experience the places that make this city feel like home.
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June 20
Mosaic Templars Cultural Center
501 W 9th St
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
June 20
Mosaic Templars Cultural Center
501 W 9th St
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
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