Mary McLeod Bethune Statue

A new, 13-foot-tall, bronze sculpture of educator and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune was unveiled in downtown Daytona Beach’s Riverfront Esplanade in August 2022. MORE>

Jackie Robinson Ballpark and Statue

Jackie Robinson Ballpark is the site where the baseball icon broke the color barrier in U.S. professional sports when he played in his first spring training game in 1946. The ballpark features a bronze statue of Robinson as well as an outdoor museum that displays highlights of his career. MORE> 

Howard Thurman Home 

The childhood home of Rev. Dr. Howard Thurman, a mentor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, is situated in one of Daytona Beach’s oldest residential sections. Dr. Thurman is recognized as one of the early,  influential voices who helped shape the nonviolent philosophy of the Modern Civil Rights Movement.MORE>

Cultuvue™ Photography Exhibit

Open through March 24, this creative and captivating exhibition presents an understanding of the Black experience through the lens of the local community with new, original portraits and artwork.MORE>

Bethune Home and Gravesite

A National Historical Landmark, the Mary McLeod Bethune Home and Gravesite is filled with fascinating artifacts and photographs that highlight her personal life and professional achievements. The home is situated on the scenic grounds of Bethune-Cookman University. MORE>

Juneteenth Festival 

Save the date! The Daytona Beach Juneteenth Festival takes place Saturday, June 17 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Cypress Street Park and the Midtown Cultural and Educational Center. Florida’s longest-running Juneteenth Festival features music, dance, children’s games, food, educational exhibits, a fitness run, parade and more.  MORE> 

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