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Juneteenth: The truth behind the delay that freed Texas slaves two years late
Juneteenth is often described as the day “slavery ended in Texas,” but the truth behind it tells a deeper, more sobering ...
Juneteenth's roots go back to the document that declared freedom for the enslaved people in Texas
Among the orders issued as Union troops arrived in Texas at the end of the Civil War was one declaring that all enslaved ...
Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration held in southern Dallas County this weekend
The annual event that draws thousands is held in collaboration between four cities in the southern sector of Dallas County.
Juneteenth started with handbills proclaiming freedom. Here’s what they said
On Jan. 1, 1863, nearly two years into the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which ...
Juneteenth: Everything you need to know about the holiday commemorating end of slavery
Juneteenth recognizes the official emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865, symbolizing the end of slavery ...
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ALPLM to Celebrate Juneteenth by Displaying Emancipation Proclamation
Theatrical event, free day also scheduledSPRINGFIELD The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will celebrate ...
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15 events commemorating Juneteenth in the Austin-metro area
Several events in the Austin-area will celebrate Juneteenth with festivals, parades, markets and cook-offs. This is not a ...
9 Places to Celebrate Juneteenth This Year
The federal holiday, celebrated on June 19, is embraced as a nationwide celebration of Black history. Here’s how and where to ...
Beaumont Juneteenth Celebration moves indoors due to weather forecast
Beaumont's Juneteenth event moves indoors to the Civic Center due to weather, featuring Midnight Star and free admission.
Opal Lee plans to participate in Juneteenth walk despite recent hospitalization, family says
Opal's Walk for Freedom​ takes place on June 19 in Fort Worth. Lee still plans to participate in the walk, her granddaughter said.
When is Juneteenth? Is it a federal holiday? What to know about Stockton celebration
Juneteenth commemorates the events of June 19, 1865, when the last Black slaves of the Confederacy were ordered free. Here's ...
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Juneteenth 2025: What Opens and Closes on This Historic Day in the U.S.?
On June 19, 2025, the United States will pause to commemorate Juneteenth, marking the end of slavery. As a federal holiday ...