06/19/2026
On this day in 1865, 250,000 slaves in the state of Texas, which became the last bastion for slavery during the final days of the Civil War, were declared free by the U.S. Army. In the 20th century, as African Americans from Texas and neighboring states spread throughout the country, so too did Juneteenth celebrations. In 1980, Texas became the first to make it a state holiday. In 2021, the day became a national holiday.
Celebrate with us by checking out our curated display as we honor the stories, voices, and history surrounding Juneteenth. Our display will be up all month long!
