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What is Juneteenth? The history behind the celebrations this week
Juneteenth, which commemorates the legacy of emancipation, means that many government offices are to close amid celebrations.
Juneteenth 2025: What to know, including what’s open
The first Juneteenth celebration took place in 1866, one year after Granger’s order. Some referenced the holiday as “Jubilee ...
What's the history of Juneteenth? What it celebrates
Juneteenth, which is short for “June Nineteenth”, celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday, which is also known as “Freedom Day” or “Emancipation Day,” honors the day in 1865 ...
What's open and closed on Juneteenth? Banks, USPS, stock market and more
While banks and other businesses are closed on the federal holiday of Juneteenth, there are several Chicago Juneteenth events ...
Joe Biden to attend Juneteenth celebration at historic AME church in Galveston
Former president Joe Biden will be attending a Juneteenth celebration at a historic African Methodist Episcopal church in ...
Is the stock market open on Juneteenth? Here's what's open and closed tomorrow
Juneteenth, which is short for “June Nineteenth”, is a federal holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United ...
Opal Lee, grandmother of Juneteenth, won't lead annual Walk for Freedom march, granddaughter says
Opal Lee, "The Grandmother of Juneteenth," will not participate in this year's Walk for Freedom after her recent ...
Is the DMV open on Juneteenth? Yes, here's what else is in Pensacola, Florida
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day or the Second Independence Day, celebrates Black freedom ...