Juneteenth celebrates a milestone in African American history. Do some, in and out of Washington, want to sweep that history under the rug?

Juneteenth, which is short for “June Nineteenth”, celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday, which is also known as “Freedom Day” or “Emancipation Day,” honors the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Galveston,

The city's oldest Juneteenth celebrations began 20 years ago, and events will reflect part of Lexington's 250-year heritage.

The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free.”History of the dayIn 1979, Texas became the first state to officially recognize Juneteenth as a holiday,

Because Juneteenth is now classified as a federal holiday, many government offices and services will be closed on Thursday. Here's a breakdown of what's open or closed on Juneteenth. Like with most federal holidays,

The only known original copy of General Order No. 3, an 1865 decree that alerted enslaved people in Galveston of their freedom, will be on display

The 2025 Black Wall Street Block Party is a Juneteenth celebration organized by the Salem-Keizer National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The event celebrates freedom, resilience and Black excellence, according to organizers.

Descendants of Timbuctoo, a historic community in Burlington County, say Westampton Township has fallen behind in maintaining the history.

As Juneteenth rolls around, now’s the moment to celebrate freedom by uplifting Black queer entrepreneurs. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to finally enforce the Emancipation Proclamation — two and a half years after Lincoln signed it.