Juneteenth is the oldest internationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th that the Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free.

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally/internationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. 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.

There are many ways to celebrate Juneteenth. From an outdoor cookout with traditional foods to the modern-day office conference room, Juneteenth can be celebrated in various settings. Start with a reading of the “History of Juneteenth” to learn how Juneteenth

This is our Fifth Annual Juneteenth Celebration located here on the Island of Okinawa, Japan. This year promises to be a celebration we won’t soon forget. AACA takes pride in educating the local community about our American history.

New Orleans, June 19, 2023 / JUNETEENTH.com – The observance of Juneteenth is about the journey and achievement of African Americans – from a horrific period of sanctioned enslavement to the pinnacle of human endeavors.

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.

On June 19, 1865, freedom finally came for the 250,000 enslaved people of Texas. That day, which would become known as Juneteenth, the Army arrived to enforce what had already been the law of the land for two and a half years — the Emancipation Proclamation.

"Juneteenth is a day of reflection, a day of renewal, a pride-filled day. It is a moment in time taken to appreciate the African American experience. It is inclusive of all races, ethnicities and nationalities - as nothing is more comforting than the hand of a friend."

Through the efforts of those working at the grassroots level, to those on the state and national level, Juneteenth is now a federal holiday being celebrated in most, if not all, 50 states. The recognition and honor of Juneteenth extends even beyond our borders.

Join the National Juneteenth Register and become part of the world wide Juneteenth community database. As the number of celebrations continue to grow, it is important that we document and quantify the impact of Juneteenth celebrations across the country.