Christopher Daley to Present ‘The History of Emancipation and Juneteenth’

Christopher Daley to present ‘The History of Emancipation and Juneteenth’

LANCASTER — Christopher Daley has been captivating audiences across New England for over 30 years with engaging presentations on historical topics. Over the past three years, he has expanded his reach nationally, delivering virtual lectures via Zoom to audiences throughout the United States. His talks have been featured at libraries, historical societies, schools, and various clubs and organizations. Daley is excited to present “The History of E…

Oni Press Presents THE FIRST FREEDOM: THE STORY OF OPAL LEE AND JUNETEENTH – An Original Graphic Novel Debuting Spring 2025

PORTLAND, OR (June 10, 2025) – Oni Press, the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels since 1997, is proud to announce a powerful new graphic novel – First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth – coming to comic shop and bookstores in February of 2026, 46 years after Juneteenth was first recognized as a statewide holiday by the state of Texas, and five years since its formal establis…

First Look: Oni Press to Debut FIRST FREEDOM: THE STORY OF OPAL LEE AND JUNETEENTH OGN in 2026 - Freaksugar

Just in time for this month’s observance of Juneteenth, Oni Press has announced an upcoming original graphic novel debuting in 2026 that both celebrates the holiday and Opal Lee, the activist who worked tirelessly to make sure the events behind the holiday are recognized. In First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth, writer Angélique Roché and artists Alvin Epps, Millicent Monroe, and Bex Glendining looks to shine a light on Opal Lee’s…

First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth is brought to you by Oni

Following Juneteenth's recognition 46 years ago, Oni Press has announced the release of a biographical graphic novel called First Freedom: The...

Oni Press Presents The First Freedom

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