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What is Juneteenth? Here's the history of the newest federal holiday
Juneteenth marks the events of June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas when the last Black slaves of the Confederacy were ordered free following the arrival of Union troops. The Civil War had ended on April 9, and the Emancipation Proclamation had been issued on January 1, 1863.
Juneteenth, the nation's most recent federal holiday, is celebrated by Americans on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery ...
Juneteenth, which commemorates the legacy of emancipation, means that many government offices are to close amid celebrations.
For Juneteenth, USA TODAY is telling the stories of five different communities across the country where residents are ...
Knowles: ‘When we recognize the push to make Juneteenth a national holiday was led by an educator — it highlights the ...
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Juneteenth Celebrations take over the metro areaThe metro area is holding events to commemorate the federal holiday, Juneteenth. One major celebration happening Thursday, is ...
A variety of events are planned across Washington for Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the ...
Wisconsin leaders spent the week recognizing Juneteenth and calling for the fight for freedom and equality to continue.
Today is Juneteenth. Here's a look at the celebrations, free museum days and what's open and closed in the Boston area.
At the Lyric Theatre in Lexington, they're hoping to shed light on the history and culture that surrounds the holiday through ...
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A sculptural exhibition on Mall C in downtown Cleveland has captured the imagination of the city as Juneteenth approaches.
Michigan is celebrating Juneteenth Thursday, June 19. Here's a look at what's open and closed on the federal holiday.
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