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Juneteenth: The history of a national holiday
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Here's some of its history, and how it came to be a national holiday. President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation into law on Jan. 1, 1863, freeing all slaves in the Confederate states — on paper, at least.
Hundreds gathered at Slack Plaza Friday for Charleston’s annual Juneteenth Parade and Festival, a vibrant event honoring ...
Thousands of Seattleites celebrated Juneteenth and lifted up community at events and festivals Thursday, even as national ...
Former President Biden spoke out against efforts to erase history during a Juneteenth speech in Texas, while President Trump ...
Bloomington celebrates Juneteenth with cultural events, music, and educational activities at Valley View Middle School.
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Juneteenth celebrations with art, history and health continue across Houston this weekendJuneteenth has passed, but the celebrations continue! If you're looking for some engagement this weekend, stop by these ...
Community leaders and residents of Bakersfield express their thoughts and feelings behind the holiday. Celebrating in style ...
Rick Ross returned to Clarksdale to celebrate Juneteenth and receive a street named in his honor for his ongoing support.
In celebrating Juneteenth Museums will be holding a Juneteenth parade and vendor fair. The parade and fair will feature multiple local businesses as part of the celebration of cultural pride and ...
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