Juneteenth

Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of African American slaves. It is also often observed for celebrating African-American culture. Originating in Galveston, Texas,... Wikipedia

• Also called:  Juneteenth National Independence Day, Black Independence Day, Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day (TX)
• Observed by:  United States
• Significance:  Emancipation of slaves in states in rebellion against the Union
• Observances:  African American history, culture and progress
• Date:  June 19
• date:  June 19
• Frequency:  annual
• First time:  June 19, 1866 (celebration), June 19, 2021 (federal holiday)
• Data source:  DuckDuckGo