Juneteenth

Juneteenth, or June 19, 1865, is considered the date when the last slaves in America were freed. For many African-Americans, it has come to symbolize what the Fourth of July symbolizes for all Americans ... freedom.

Sites listed in this category should be suitable for visitors of all ages. Sites provide material related to Juneteenth, including historical background, holiday stories and poems, graphics, and ideas for celebrating. Sites may also provide information for parents and teachers, such as suggested family activities and lesson plans.

Juneteenth Worldwide Celebration - Website brings together the spirit of Juneteenth, the oldest known celebration of the ending of slavery. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond. Juneteenth commemorates African American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement. It is a day, a week, and in some areas a month marked with celebrations, guest speakers, picnics and family gatherings.
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Emancipation Proclamation - Time line of events that led up to the Emancipation Proclamation which abolished slavery in the United States.
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Juneteenth in Jacksonville, Fl. - Provides basic information about celebration scheduled for June 14-17, 2001.
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Emancipation Proclamation (1863) - Text of Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation that abolished slavery in the United States.
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National Association of Juneteenth Lineage - NAJL supports and provides resources for African American cultural awareness and community revitalization. Also supports and helps to organize festivals such as Juneteenth.
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The Black Church and Juneteenth - An article by Dr. Charles Taylor about what Juneteenth is, its history, and why it should be celebrated.
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Juneteenth: Freedom Revisited - Brief history of the holiday, produced by the Anacostia Museum and Center for African American History and Culture.
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Handbook of Texas Online: Juneteenth - History of the holiday that had its origins when Texas freed its slaves; includes a bibliography.
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History of Juneteenth - From the Black Experience page of the Electronic Village.
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Anniston, AL. Juneteenth Heritage Festival - An emancipation celebration in Zinn Park. Includes information on program, Juneteenth history, and photos of past festivals.
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Juneteenth USA Holiday - Explores the role Texas State Rep. Al Edwards played in making June 19th a state holiday.
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Juneteenth: Real History - A personal reflection on the holiday and on Galveston.
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