06/19/2026
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, resilience, joy, and the enduring spirit of Black Americans. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, finally received word of their freedom—two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Let's honor the generations who resisted, dreamed, created, built community, and expanded the promise of freedom. Let's celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Black Americans and the legacy of hope that Juneteenth represents.
Let's commit to deepening our knowledge, fighting for equity and continued freedoms, & standing in solidarity with one another.