Juneteenth may be the country’s newest federal holiday. But the celebration has a long and important history to tell — one that comes into stark focus this weekend. Juneteenth is the oldest national ...

Juneteenth represents one of America’s most significant freedom celebrations, commemorating the moment on June 19, 1865, when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas finally learned of their ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Juneteenth marks the day on June 19, 1865, when Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger informed people in Galveston, Texas, that President ...

Juneteenth is a special holiday that honors the enslaved African-Americans who were freed on June 19, 1865. Black communities across the country usually gather to celebrate this holiday in various ...

One of Springfield’s standout historical sites will be the focus of Juneteenth events in the coming weeks while marking a special anniversary. The Gammon House, which was a stop on the Underground ...

Visitors take part in a drum circle during the Indiana State Museum’s Juneteenth celebration. This year’s event will be held Saturday at the museum, with free admission and activities will center ...