What originally started as a simple way of celebrating the city's rich history has grown into a celebratory affair including the annual Juneteenth615 historical program, Juneteenth Restaurant Week, fireworks presentation,

The church, located at 2013 Broadway, was built in 1863, although slaves began worshipping on the property in 1848. In June of 1865, it became one of the first locations on the island visited by messengers reading aloud U.S. Army Gen. Gordon Granger's General Order No. 3, which ended slavery in Texas.

The federal holiday Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19, which this year is Thursday. Here’s the holiday plan for offices in the Bay Area: Banks closed. ATMs will be in operation. Stock

On June 19, 2025, the United States will observe Juneteenth, a federal holiday marking the end of slavery. This day of reflection and celebration sees closures across banks, schools, and financial markets,

Leah Frazier's dream of merging fashion with heritage launched four years ago, bringing together local and national designers for a high-energy runway celebration.

Here’s a list of what is open and what is closed in Massachusetts for Juneteenth, June 19, 2025. Banks: Most banks will be closed, but check with your local bank.

Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S., is celebrated with numerous events across the Lower Hudson Valley. Various locations are hosting events, including Bedford Hills, Carmel, Haverstraw, Ossining, Port Chester, and Pound Ridge. Juneteenth, which is commemorated June 19, honors the end of slavery in the United States.

Cultural and food booths, entertainment and an invitation to join in the dancing were part of Skokie’s Juneteenth celebration held Saturday at Oakton Park. “The turnout has been great

Thursday marks the fifth year Juneteenth will be recognized as a federal holiday around the country. The holiday recognizes the day when slaves in Texas were informed that slavery