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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 recognizes the official emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865, symbolizing the end of slavery ...
Juneteenth commemorates the events of June 19, 1865, when the last Black slaves of the Confederacy were ordered free. Here's ...
The handbill that informed enslaved people in Texas of their freedom was given out June 19, 1865, more than two years after ...
Javier Wallace is the son of a Black Panamanian immigrant and a Black Austinite. His family history shaped his experience ...
The state’s contribution brings the Juneteenth museum’s funds to $50 million — more than two-thirds of its $70 million goal.
The final event is Let Freedom Sing: Juneteenth Gospel Night. It is an evening of worship and celebration and will have ...
Juneteenth, a national holiday celebrating the final emancipation of enslaved people, prompts many Austin communities to host ...
Saturday's Juneteenth parade, connecting downtown and East Waco, will kick off a day of celebrations with a film screening, a ...
While Salt Lake City officials gathered Tuesday for a celebration to raise the city’s new Juneteenth flag over City Hall, ...
Are you ready for vibrant dance and musical performances, historical retrospectives, family festivals and some tasty sweet ...