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Juneteenth, US Holiday

USA TODAY · 1d

When is Juneteenth? Is it a federal holiday? Everything to know about its history

Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the Emancipation Proclamation in the United States, is this week. Here's everything to know.

The Washington Post · 1d

A guide to what the Juneteenth holiday is and how to celebrate it

It was 160 years ago that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed — after Civil War’s end and two years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation

Bloomberg L.P. · 14h

What Is Juneteenth? How Did It Become a US Holiday?

A celebration of Black history and freedom, the day rose in prominence following the sweeping protests against racial injustice in 2020.

Juneteenth, United States postal service

Are post offices closed for Juneteenth? Here's what's open and closed this Thursday

Because Juneteenth is now classified as a federal holiday, many government offices and services will be closed on Thursday. Here's a breakdown of what's open or closed on Juneteenth. Like with most federal holidays,

Lehigh Valley Live · 14h

Is there mail on Juneteenth 2025? See all open stores, services and more closed on June 19

Does the mail run on Juneteenth 2025? Are banks open? Is the stock market open? Is the MVC open? What is NJ Transit's schedule? The complete guide to Thursday, June 19, 2025

What’s open and closed in Massachusetts on Juneteenth 2025

Here’s a list of what is open and what is closed in Massachusetts for Juneteenth, June 19, 2025. Banks: Most banks will be closed, but check with your local bank.

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Juneteenth 160 years later

Juneteenth commemorates one of the country’s oldest and most painful journeys: the ongoing fight for true, tangible and ...

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Former President Biden may attend Juneteenth celebrations on Galveston Island

GALVESTON, Texas — Former President Joe Biden might be a special guest at a Juneteenth celebration on Galveston Island. It ...

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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 ...

Jacksonville mayor’s office to celebrate Juneteenth

The African American Advisory Board with the Jacksonville mayor’s office is holding a celebration for Juneteenth on Tuesday.

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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 ...

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Juneteenth in the Valley: A 2025 guide to events across the state

It may be a new federally recognized holiday, but the roots of Juneteenth date back to 1865. Here’s how some Arizonans are ...

Philly's Juneteenth celebrations include a block party, arts festival and parade

The festivities begin Thursday with live entertainment and games at the African American Museum and end Sunday with a concert ...

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New Orleans celebrates Juneteenth with music, food and reflection

New Orleans has several events this week in honor of Juneteenth, the federal holiday that commemorates the emancipation of ...

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