Celebrate the 2026 Civic Season at Applewood!

Text graphic with the words: "Proud partner of Civic Season" in bold, colorful letters on a white background.The Ruth Mott Foundation is partnering with Made By Us—a national coalition using history to engage the next generation and inspire civic participation. Civic Season is the annual summer tradition that spans from Juneteenth (June 19) to Independence Day (July 4) as a time for Americans to reflect on the nation’s history and build skills to shape the future.

Join the conversation by adding to our Wish Wall at Applewood or attending one of these Civic Season events!

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Civic Matters

June 19 and the third Friday of every month through October

A graphic for the 2026 Juneteenth Celebration at Flint Cultural Center, advertising a free family event on Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with event website details.

Juneteenth Celebration @ Flint Cultural Center

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Slice of History - Flint Edition!

Thursday, June 25

What’s your wish for America’s future?

Add it to our Wish Wall during your next visit to Applewood! You can find the Wish Wall next to the Visitor Services desk in the historic garage exhibit space.

 

Explore Civic Season events planned all over the country.