Juneteenth, US holiday
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Juneteenth recognizes one of the most important moments in U.S. history commemorating the end of slave. Here's how to celebrate in Delaware.
It was 160 years ago that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed — after Civil War's end and two years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.
Juneteenth celebrates the end of the slavery in the United States. But when was the holiday created, and how did it get its name?
Here are the events happening locally to celebrate America's second Independence Day. Reynoldsburg June 14: Hosted by the City of Reynoldsburg and its At Large Council Representative Mildred Johnson,
This vibrant Juneteenth celebration honors Black culture, creativity, and community. In partnership with The Chayah Movement, Community Aunties, and Tacoma Public Schools, this event will feature live performances,
Here is a list of events in Southern Colorado celebrating Juneteenth, acknowledging the day enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, were informed they were free.
From wellness retreats to lectures and film screenings, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Chicago.
Traders have a few other breaks coming on the summer schedule, starting with Independence Day. Stock trading will end early, at 1 p.m. ET, on Thursday, July 3, while bond trading will end at 2 p.m. Both markets will remain remain shut on July 4th, a Friday.
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Tampa Free Press on MSNJuneteenth: A Celebration Of Freedom And A Look Back At Its Enduring HistoryAs communities across the United States prepare to observe Juneteenth, a day of profound significance that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, it's a moment to reflect on the rich history behind this federal holiday and its continued importance in contemporary society.