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For generations, Black Americans have recognized the end of one of history's darkest chapters with joy — such as parades or ...
"It's more important than ever to gather publicly and tell our stories and lift up the Black voices through art and joy,” ...
But the most recent federal holiday to be added to the calendar, it turns out, is the most American holiday yet. That holiday ...
America's Second Independence Day is today. So, what is Juneteenth? And why is it celebrated? Here's what to know.
Tomorrow is Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating Black freedom in America. Here's how to celebrate, what will be open and closed ...
This Thursday marks 160 years since the origin of Juneteenth. Here's what to know about the holiday and why' it's celebrated.
This year, Juneteenth falls on Thursday, June 19. Here’s what’s open and closed on the holiday.
Do you need to put your trash out? Are banks closed? What to know about Juneteenth closings and openings today.
Juneteenth, the nation's most recent federal holiday, is celebrated by Americans on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery ...
Opal Lee was 89 when she began her campaign to make the day a federal holiday. At 98. she's still an inspiration ...