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Juneteenth is often described as the day “slavery ended in Texas,” but the truth behind it tells a deeper, more sobering ...
Juneteenth recognizes the official emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865, symbolizing the end of slavery ...
Theatrical event, free day also scheduledSPRINGFIELD The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will celebrate ...
The date is becoming more widely known due to the efforts of Black historians who have been sharing the date's importance ...
The federal holiday, celebrated on June 19, is embraced as a nationwide celebration of Black history. Here’s how and where to ...
On Jan. 1, 1863, nearly two years into the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which ...
On June 19, 1865, news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Galveston, Texas, and the last enslaved people in America ...
In 1863, during the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln declared the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing enslaved people.
"Stay Awake and Resist" is the theme of Southside Community Center's Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 14.
We All Rise's sixth annual Juneteenth celebration in Green Bay is themed "From Freedom to Flourishing: A New Chapter." Here's ...
This year marks the fifth annual Juneteenth celebration at MSU. The theme, ‘A Juneteenth Renaissance: Bridging Freedom’s Legacy and Tomorrow’s Vision.’ “It’s an opportunity for us to not only ...
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum's special events for Juneteenth will include the display of a signed copy ...