Celebrate Juneteenth in Houston

Juneteenth marks a significant time to celebrate, especially for Texas. On this momentous day in 1865, soldiers made their way to Galveston to deliver the news that the war had ended and enslaved people were free, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Juneteenth, or “Freedom Day,” is a time to reflect on this harsh moment in American history while honoring the rise toward freedom and equality. This year, there are so many ways you can join in as this historical moment