In this episode, 'A Celebration of Freedom,' we welcome Sam Collins III, a passionate community leader, historian, and change-maker from Galveston County, Texas. As a seventh-generation Texan and dedicated historian, discover how Sam has revitalized history and is dedicated to making Galveston the global center for Juneteenth celebrations, working with universities to promote and accurately narrate this pivotal moment in American history.
Check out the links below!
Sams Website
Juneteenth Festivities | Texas City, TX
https://www.texascitytx.gov/918/Juneteenth-Festivities
Juneteenth Houston
https://www.juneteenthhouston.org/
Celebrate Juneteenth in Galveston 2025 | Visit Galveston
https://www.visitgalveston.com/events/annual-events/juneteenth/
160 Years of Freedom - Authentic Texas
https://authentictexas.com/160-years-of-freedom/
Chapters
02:15 Meet Sam Collins III: A Community Leader and Historian
05:30 The Significance of Juneteenth and Its History
12:45 Revitalizing Galveston and Hitchcock Post-Hurricane Harvey
18:00 The Role of Education and Opportunities in Community Growth
24:30 Challenges and Allies in Preserving History
30:00 Celebrating Juneteenth: A Global Perspective
36:15 The Importance of Truth and Collective Growth
42:00 Closing Thoughts and Resources
