Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom
Juneteenth National Independence Day
Juneteenth, officially known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.
What does Juneteenth celebrate?
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. It marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and enforce the Emancipation Proclamation, which had been issued two years earlier.
What does Juneteenth actually celebrate?
Juneteenth celebrates the freedom and independence of African Americans who had been enslaved for centuries. It is a day to reflect on the struggles and sacrifices of those who fought for equality and to celebrate the progress that has been made since slavery was abolished.
Juneteenth festivities
Juneteenth festivities are typically rooted in cookouts and barbecues. In the beginnings of the holiday, it was celebrated as Black Americans true Independence Day, with parades, picnics, and other community gatherings.
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