A Day of Freedom, History, and Reflection: Juneteenth is more than just a festival; it's a reminder of how long it can take to get free, even when laws change. In 2024, people in the United States will join together again to remember this important...

Introduction What is the meaning of Juneteenth? It is a celebration commemorating June 19, 1865, when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned that they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth was made a federal holiday in 2021. It stands...