James T. Dean & Helen E. Dean Family Reunion
June 25–27, 2027
Save the Date — three beautiful days of fellowship, celebration, and family connection await. Formal invitations will be arriving soon.
Love. Unity. Faith. Legacy.
Rooted in something lasting
Family Vision Statement
To preserve and strengthen the most meaningful legacy of James Tennyson Dean, Sr. and Helen Elizabeth Dean by cultivating a family rooted in love, unity, faith, and generational purpose—ensuring that every descendant carries forward the values, resilience, and dignity that define the Dean name.
Family Mission Statement
To honor our parents and ancestors by gathering regularly in fellowship, celebrating our shared history, supporting one another through every season of life, and intentionally passing down our traditions, stories, and values. We commit to nurturing strong family bonds, empowering future generations, caring and protecting one another, and building a legacy of love, excellence, compassion, and togetherness.
The Dean legacy
Every family has a story. Ours is one of love, resilience, and an unbreakable bond that stretches across generations.
The legacy of James Tennyson Dean, Sr. and Helen Elizabeth Dean lives in the family bonds we nurture, the memories we share, and the care we show one another across generations. Emerald green was Grandma Dean's favorite color — and it is the color that now unites us across every reunion gathering.
From the front porch conversations to the Sunday dinners that fed more than just our bodies — the Dean family has always known how to show up for one another. These are the stories we carry forward.
Secure your spot today
Adults $90 early bird (through Nov 25, 2026) · Children 0–12 years $25
The weekend
Three days of fellowship, food, and family. Here's everything you need to know about the Dean Family Reunion weekend.
June 25, 2027
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Hampton Inn & Suites Glenarden
2901 Campus Way N, Glenarden, MD 20706
Kick off the reunion weekend with a relaxed meet-and-greet. Reconnect with family you haven't seen in years, meet the newest members of the Dean family, and get settled before the big days ahead.
Parking
Complimentary hotel parking available
What to wear
Casual
June 26, 2027
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
An afternoon of outdoor fun for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs and your appetite — there will be food, games, and plenty of room to run for the little ones.
Parking
Parking available on site
What to wear
Casual — wear your reunion t-shirt!
June 27, 2027
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
White Newton Mansion
Mitchellville, MD 20721
The grand finale — an elegant family banquet to celebrate the Dean legacy. Dinner, dancing, awards, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Parking
Parking available on site
What to wear
Formal Only
Reunion t-shirts
Every reunion needs a shirt. This year's Dean Family Reunion tee is designed to be worn with pride — at the picnic, around town, and for years to come.
Emerald green — Grandma Dean's favorite color.
Wear your shirt to the Saturday picnic!
T-shirt ordering details will be shared with registered family members. Register now to be the first to know.
Register to get notifiedSizes available from Youth Small through Adult 3XL.
All shirts will be available for pickup at the Friday Meet & Greet and Saturday Picnic. Shirts must be pre-ordered — no on-site sales.
Emerald green was Helen Dean's favorite — wearing it is a tribute to her.
Quality fabric and printing so this shirt stays in the family for years.
When the whole family wears the same shirt, you feel the bond.
Hotel
We've arranged a block of rooms at the Hampton Inn & Suites Glenarden — just minutes from all reunion events. Book early to secure the group rate.
Our family anthem
by Sly & the Family Stone · 1971
Every great reunion needs a soundtrack. Ours starts with a classic that says everything about who we are.
It's a family affair, it's a family affair.
Because that's exactly what this is. A family affair — every generation, every branch, every story, all together under one sky.
Find it on your favorite platform and add it to your reunion playlist.
With gratitude
This reunion is made possible by the love and hard work of these dedicated family members.
Anita Bracey
Niambi Rowland
Marcea Dean
Monica Dean
LaShon Dean-Griffin
Sharita Dunmore
Veronica Dean-Locust
Shirley Dean
Ronald Dean
Joyce Jones
Angela Dean
Ayanna Flowers
Linda Hunter
Robert Hunter
Diane Walker
Mieko Dean
Don't miss it
June 25–27, 2027 · Greater Washington, D.C. Area
Three days. One family. A lifetime of memories. Secure your spot today.
Questions? Reach out to the planning committee.