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Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of the last slaves in the United States. It was June 19th of 1865 in Texas when the ...
This year will be the first Juneteenth under the second Trump administration, which has banned DEI initiatives including ...
"The freedom Juneteenth commemorates was never a finish line. It was always a starting point," writes Eric K. Ward.
The United States’ newest federal holiday, celebrated annually on June 19, has quickly become its most puzzling one. Four ...
Originally celebrated by newly freed Black communities in Texas with religious services, barbecues and symbolic traditions ...
It is often referred to as “America’s Second Independence Day,” highlighting the distinct path to freedom that Black ...
Juneteenth is the commemoration of when the last enslaved Black people in Texas found out they were free. But, like now, the truth was irrevelevant without the knowledge.
Whether you want to celebrate Juneteenth, dance to Juvenile at AFRAM or cheer on Big3 basketball, we’ve got you covered.
Residents of all ages gathered at the Lincoln Recreation Center for a day of remembrance, unity and cultural celebration in ...
America's Second Independence Day is today. So, what is Juneteenth? And why is it celebrated? Here's what to know.
There are a number of events being held to mark the occasion, including performances, fairs, musical events, ceremonies and ...
The Historical Institute of Culture & the African American Experience is holding an art gallery for Juneteenth to showcase works of artists of color.