ILG Logo Liberation Gala
Sep 26, 2026 • Winston-Salem, NC

The International Liberation Gala 2026

From Winston-Salem to Liberia: A Journey of Freedom

Celebrating the 190-year enduring bond between our communities and honoring the legacy of the 1836 emigration.

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The Liberian Organization of the Piedmont (LOP), registered 501 (c)(3) entity is the sponsor of the International Liberation Gala (ILG)
In Partnership With
Happy Hill
Neighborhood Assoc.
Happy Hill
Neighborhood Assoc.
Event Details

Champions of Freedom

Saturday, September 26, 2026

6:00 PM (Doors Open 5:30 PM)

M.C. Benton Convention Center

300 West Fifth Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Dress Code

Formal or Cultural Attire

Ticket Sales End Sunday, Sept 20th at 9 PM
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Esteemed Guest Speaker
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr.

His Excellency
Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr.

President of the Republic of Liberia

Why This Gala Matters

More than an event, it's a movement for connection and development.

A Living History

Honoring the 17 individuals manumitted by Dr. Henry Schumann in 1836 who journeyed from Winston-Salem to Liberia aboard the Lafayette, forging an eternal link between our cities.

Student Housing

Proceeds fund the new Student Housing facility in the historic Happy Hill neighborhood ("Little Liberia") to support Liberian scholars.

Sister Cities

Strengthening the official Sister City relationship between Winston-Salem and Buchanan, Liberia.

Community Celebration

Expect a night of cultural immersion, distinguished guests, music, art, and the celebration of freedom.

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