US EditionA Guide to What the Juneteenth Holiday Is and How to Celebrate It
SOUTH FLORIDA, JUN 15 – South Florida hosts diverse Juneteenth events including cultural performances and educational activities to honor emancipation and racial justice, with many institutions closed for the federal holiday.
- Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, commemorates the day in 1865 when the last enslaved individuals in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their emancipation following the conclusion of the Civil War.
- In 2021, President Joe Biden officially established Juneteenth as a federal holiday, broadening its observance to include the entire nation beyond its historical significance to Black Americans.
- Celebrations include public events like a comedy show at Club 68 and a White House concert, while many banks and federal offices remain closed on Juneteenth.
- Marc Morial emphasized that no one should feel pressured or discouraged from observing the day, while Karida Brown encouraged non-Black individuals to actively participate in and honor the holiday.
- The recognition of Juneteenth highlights continuing efforts to acknowledge Black history, promote inclusive celebrations, and address historical awareness gaps.
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My Turn: Free-ish since 1865
On Jan. 1, 1863, The Emancipation Proclamation became law in the United States. It declared that “all persons held as slaves … shall be … forever free and the …Government of the United States … will do no act … to repress such persons … in any efforts they may make for their actual freedom.”
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