Juneteenth is considered Emancipation Day for African Americans.

When I was growing up, I didn’t learn about Juneteenth from my family or from history books.

Fortunately, now, there is greater awareness of Juneteenth and much more information available.

Now I know that Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery

in the U.S.

The story goes that on June 19, 1865, the Union Army made it to Texas to tell the last known slaves

and slaveowners that the Civil War had ended and slavery was officially abolished.

The celebration of this anniversary is known as Juneteenth.

 

Ivan Henderson, vice president of programming for the African American Museum in Philadelphia.

40+ Videos, Books and Resources in Honor of Juneteenth

What is Juneteenth? 

According to juneteenth.com 

“Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.

From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond.

Today Juneteenth commemorates African American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement. It is a day, a week, and in some areas a month marked with celebrations, guest speakers, picnics, and family gatherings. It is a time for reflection and rejoicing. It is a time for assessment, self-improvement, and for planning the future. Its growing popularity signifies a level of maturity and dignity in America long overdue. In cities across the country, people of all races, nationalities, and religions are joining hands to truthfully acknowledge a period in our history that shaped and continues to influence our society today. Sensitized to the conditions and experiences of others, only then can we make significant and lasting improvements in our society.”

“One of General Granger’s first orders of business was to read to the people of Texas, General Order Number 3 which began most significantly with:

“The people of Texas are informed that in accordance with a Proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves, and the connection heretofore existing between them becomes that between employer and hired laborer.”

The celebrations that followed the reading of the proclamation by General Gordon Granger began a tradition that has lasted for one hundred and fifty five years, and today is hosted in cities across America and beyond. The Juneteenth.com website is dedicated to this celebration and to those who tirelessly contribute to its continued existence and growth.”

 

In Honor of Juneteenth: 40+ Videos, Books, Resources & Reflections

Selected Articles about Juneteenth:

What Is Juneteenth? by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

https://www.pbs.org/wnet/african-americans-many-rivers-to-cross/history/what-is-juneteenth/

 

Interesting Facts About Juneteenth

https://www.goldenwestcollege.edu/rising/juneteenth/index.html

 

What Is Juneteenth? African American History Blog

By Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

https://www.pbs.org/wnet/african-americans-many-rivers-to-cross/history/what-is-juneteenth/

 

The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth – National Museum of African American History and Culture

https://nmaahc.si.edu

40+ Videos, Books and Resources in Honor of Juneteenth

Slavery Didn’t End On Juneteenth. Here’s What You Should Know About This Important Day

https://www.npr.org/2021/06/17/1007315228/juneteenth-what-is-origin-observation

 

Juneteenth | History, Meaning, Flag, Importance, & Facts – Britannica.com

U.S. Pres. Joe Biden signed a bill into law this week to recognize Juneteenth as a federal holiday.
But it’s been observed throughout the country for over a century. Take a look at Juneteenth’s history:

 

40+ Videos, Books and Resources in Honor of Juneteenth

In-depth: Why Juneteenth continues to be important to African Americans and a push to make it a state holiday

https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/in-depth/in-depth-why-juneteenth-continues-to-be-important-to-african-americans-and-a-push-to-make-it-a-state-holiday

 

Juneteenth is now a national holiday. What’s next?

https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/juneteenth-national-holiday-now/story?id=78361064

 

Juneteenth: What is the newest US holiday and how is it celebrated?

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-57515192

 

How to Celebrate Juneteenth – The New York Times

https://www.nytimes.com/article/juneteenth-celebration-history.html

 

Reflections on Juneteenth and Hundreds of Ways to Support Black Businesses

https://urbannaturale.com/reflections-on-juneteenth-and-hundreds-of-ways-to-support-black-businesses/

 

Selected Juneteenth Videos

The Importance of Juneteenth

 

Juneteenth: What You Need to Know 

 

Juneteenth: Freedom At Last

 

History of Juneteenth

 

What is Juneteenth?

 

Selected Books about Juneteenth:

On Juneteenth 

https://amzn.to/3q7IKKO

 

Juneteenth Potluck: Clean and Quick Recipe Hacks for a Celebration of Independence

By JoAnna Bradley

https://amzn.to/3cVBvAe

 

The Story of Juneteenth: An Interactive History Adventure 

By Steven Otfinoski

https://amzn.to/3iU4Uii

 

All Different Now: Juneteenth, the First Day of Freedom

By Angela Johnson

https://amzn.to/3xwMeJh

 

Juneteenth

By Drew Nelson & Vaunda Micheaux Nelson

https://amzn.to/2UhLgCx

 

Juneteenth for Mazie

by Floyd Cooper

https://amzn.to/3wHgVM3

 

Juneteenth: Children’s Guide to Celebrating African American Independence

by Shanita Arrindell

https://amzn.to/3q75ESw

 

Juneteenth Jamboree

by Carole Boston Weatherford and Yvonne Buchanan

https://amzn.to/3cUWV0B

 

Freedom Day: A Juneteenth Activity Book for Kids

by Ama Karikari Yawson

https://amzn.to/3gEpFwF

 

The Ultimate Juneteenth Activity Book For Kids & Young Scholars

By K. S. Daniels

https://amzn.to/3gEpUb3

 

Juneteenth Book for Kids | Liberty & Justice for All 

By Green Owl

https://amzn.to/3gAK6e2

 

Freedom Day Coloring Book: A Juneteenth Bee Coloring Activity Book for Kids of All Ages

by Freedom Press

https://amzn.to/35C1yIU

 

Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free: The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth

by Alice Faye Duncan and Keturah A. Bobo

https://amzn.to/3cSBXPE

 

Juneteenth Coloring Book: Freedom Day Celebration For Kids

by Roberto Hofle

https://amzn.to/3zBNr42

 

Juneteenth Coloring Book For Kids: A Celebration Of Freedom, Inspiring Emancipation Day

by Alexis Morge

https://amzn.to/3cRAxVV

 

Juneteenth: A Novel

By Ralph Ellison

https://amzn.to/3iU5Kvs

 

 

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