Juneteenth has traditionally been recognized as a regional holiday among Black communities in Texas and across the South. However, it has grown to …
Juneteenth
A century and a half later, people all over celebrate Juneteenth, the day that commemorates freedom from the long shadow of American slavery.
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On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed a bill into law officially making Juneteenth a federal holiday. The push to get the historic day …
On June 16, 2021, President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. With his signature, Juneteenth was officially designed as a …
President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law on Thursday (June 17), officially making June 19th a federal …
In recognition of Juneteenth, AMC Theatres will be hosting its first-ever AMC Black Picture Showcase. From Saturday (June 19) through June 24, guests …
Every year on June 19, Black Americans across the country celebrate what is known as Juneteenth. The holiday, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates …
The latest racial reckoning in the United States has paved the way for more representation, opportunities, and recognition for Black Americans, …