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Ultimate Guide: When is Juneteenth Celebrated in 2025?

Juneteenth, a significant day in American history, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. Observed annually on June 19th, the holiday marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news of the abolition of slavery, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Juneteenth holds immense… Read More »

When is Juneteenth in 2025? Find Out Here!

Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States, is celebrated annually on June 19th. The holiday originated in Galveston, Texas, where the news of the Emancipation Proclamation, which had been signed by President Abraham Lincoln two years prior, finally reached enslaved African Americans on June 19, 1865. Juneteenth has been celebrated since the… Read More »