Town of Vienna Celebrates Liberty Amendment Month

Celebrating the history and cultures surrounding the passage of the 13th, 14th, 15th, and 19th amendments. Each week will feature kids’ programs, educational events, lectures and discussions, pop-up events, music and entertainment. Watch for the full schedule at www.viennava.gov/libertyamendments 

What is Liberty Amendments Month?

The Town of Vienna initiated Liberty Amendments month in 2021 after Juneteenth was declared a state holiday.  Town Manager Mercury Payton wanted to bring our community together to foster mutual respect and understanding and to celebrate the Constitutional Amendments that give all citizens a say in how they are governed, regardless of their culture or station in life.  The month commemorates the passage of the 13th, 14th, 15th and 19th Amendments, which granted full rights to citizens who were previously excluded from the U.S. Constitution.  The idea for the month-long celebration quickly mushroomed, and 22,000 people attended more than 65 educational and commemorative events in the inaugural celebration from Juneteenth to Liberty Amendments Day, a Town holiday. Check out our 2021 recap video.

Click here for a complete list of Liberty Amendments Month events,