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When, what is Juneteenth? What to know about the origins, history of the federal holiday
Short for “June Nineteenth,” the holiday marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed, on June 19, 1865, History.com says. The troops arrived with the news a full two-and-a-half years after the signing of the proclamation.
The Clay County African American Legacy is hosting its 25th annual Juneteenth celebration in downtown Liberty.
The date is becoming more widely known due to the efforts of Black historians who have been sharing the date's importance ...
The Statesman has gathered 11 Juneteenth events to celebrate the state and federal holiday, from car shows to cookouts, in ...
There will be a Juneteenth event in Jasper County celebrating its sixth year on June 14 from noon until 5 p.m. at 128 Mango ...
The International African American Museum is getting ready to host thier signature yearly Juneteenth celebration, J.O.Y., or ...
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Celebrate Juneteenth with Black-owned food trucksIf you are searching for some Black-owned food trucks to celebrate Juneteenth, look no further than this upcoming event, ...
Celebrate unity, peace, and freedom at the Juneteenth Celebration hosted by One Long Island Clergy at Tanner Park. This ...
The city of South Euclid will hold its 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day of Celebration Sunday, June 8 at the South Euclid ...
June in Indy is about to be hot — parades, block parties, soul music, murals and maybe a little roller disco if you're lucky.
Organizers say this year's theme is conquering our past, commemorating our present, and committing to our future.
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