Descendants’ Day 2024
Group photo of all Descendants
October 5, 2024 was Menokin’s second in-person Descendants’ Day, and the weather was beautiful as Descendants from across the country gathered to share in the day’s experience. The theme of this year was “Telling Our Story”, and it was exemplified through the dedicated work of the Descendant Collective who volunteered their time to organize and execute this special occasion.
Here are some highlights of the day…
Several lines of the Gordon family were in attendance this year: Daniel West Gordon, Sedwick Gordon, & Stafford Gordon, Jr.
The drum procession led Descendants to the Remembrance Structure where spirituals were sung and a Libation Ceremony was performed.
S. Shani Saunders was this year’s Master of Ceremonies leading the day’s activities.
Families from across the country gathered to Menokin to be a part of Descendants’ Day. Old & new connections were made.
Photos courtesy of Steve Gordon, Taurin Gordon, attendees & Menokin staff.