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The origin of the Juneteenth celebrations marking the end of slavery in the U.S. goes back to an order issued as Union troops ...
Juneteenth celebrations have been around since the 1800s, but it didn't become a federal holiday until just three years ago.
AMHERST — A selection of short films from the American Black Film Festival will be screened at the Amherst Cinema in ...
While Salt Lake City officials gathered Tuesday for a celebration to raise the city’s new Juneteenth flag over City Hall, ...
Juneteenth recognizes the official emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865, symbolizing the end of slavery ...
Are you ready for vibrant dance and musical performances, historical retrospectives, family festivals and some tasty sweet ...
Historically known as Jubilee Day, Charlottesville’s Juneteenth Celebration commemorates the final enforcement of the ...
READING, Pa. – Juneteenth is right around the corner, and in Reading, organizers gearing up for a weeklong celebration. It ...
Juneteenth celebration events will kick off this weekend in St. Joseph, with a performance of 'Our Town' taking center stage. The Juneteenth Celebration Committee is set to present a compelling ...
Despite existing for 160 years, Juneteenth is relatively new to Portland. In fact, this year marks the 80th anniversary of ...
A Juneteenth festival in Elk Grove will not only be about celebrating the community, but also providing education.