After decades of being celebrated at mostly the local level, Juneteenth – the long-standing holiday that commemorates the arrival of news of emancipation and freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, in 1865 – became a federal holiday in 2021. In honor of this year’s Juneteenth, Corey D. B. Walker shares a list of readings that can help people better understand the history and meaning of the observance. | Wake Forest University

Juneteenth

Embracing freedom through movement on this Juneteenth! ✨ Celebrating unity, resilience, and the power of dance at DADA. Happy #Juneteenth! Looking back on the memories we made with DADA Ensemble’s performance at the Hollywood Bowl 2022 Juneteenth celebration. Choreography: DADA Sr. Artistic Advisor Rasta Thomas | Debbie Allen Dance Academy

🌟 Witness the vibrant spirit of Juneteenth come alive through the mesmerizing performance of the Evidence Dance at our extraordinary celebration this past Saturday! ✨✨📽️ Their graceful movements and boundless energy embody the resilience and triumph of our ancestors who fought for liberation. 💃🏾🕺🏽💫 As we commemorate this historic day, we are reminded of the profound significance of Juneteenth—a testament to the enduring power of hope, unity, and freedom. 🙌🌍💥 Let the rhythm of their dan

Juneteenth, History lesson for you.

The History and Celebration of Juneteenth