It marks the day in 1865 enslaved people in Galveston, Texas found out they had been freed — after the end of the Civil War, and two years after President…
People who never gave the June 19 holiday more than a passing thought may be asking themselves, is there a “right” way to celebrate Juneteenth?
People who never gave the June 19 holiday more than a passing thought may be asking themselves, is there a “right” way to celebrate Juneteenth?Is Juneteenth a solemn day of remembrance or more of a party?It just depends on what you want. Juneteenth festivities are rooted in cookouts and barbecues. In the beginnings of the holiday celebrated as Black Americans’ true Independence Day, the outdoors allowed for large, raucous reunions among formerly enslaved family, many of whom had been separated.
Others may choose to treat Juneteenth as a day of rest and remembrance. That can mean doing community service, attending an education panel or taking time off.The important thing is to make people feel they have options on how to observe the occasion, said Dr. David Anderson, a Black pastor and CEO of Gracism Global, a consulting firm helping leaders navigate conversations bridging divides across race and culture.
For many African Americans, the farther away from Texas that they grew up increased the likelihood they didn’t have big Juneteenth celebrations regularly. In the South, the day can vary based on when word of Emancipation reached each state.Search online and you will find a smorgasbord of gatherings in major cities and suburbs all varying in scope and tone. Some are more carnival-esque festivals with food trucks, arts and crafts and parades.
If you want to bring some authenticity to your recognition of Juneteenth, educate yourself. Attending a street festival or patronizing a Black-owned business is a good start but it also would be good to “make your mind better,” Anderson said.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Celebrate Juneteenth 2024 at these events in San AntonioJuneteenth marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston and announced that enslaved people in the United States were free.
Read more »
Our Chicago: Celebrating Juneteenth across the cityWednesday is Juneteenth. It marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people of African descent in Galveston, Texas learned that they were free.
Read more »
LIST: Juneteenth events happening in Houston, GalvestonWith Juneteenth right around the corner, we have found a variety of events for you to celebrate this momentous holiday.
Read more »
Add this Galveston concert to your Juneteenth bucket listIf you're still looking for a way to celebrate Juneteenth, the Galveston Symphony Orchestra is hosting its second annual concert this weekend.
Read more »
Celebrate faith, freedom this Juneteenth at Galveston’s 3rd annual Emancipation CelebrationAs the church continues to be a pillar within the Black community, those in Galveston are gearing up to celebrate the Juneteenth holiday with Grammy-Award winning gospel artist Fred Hammond.
Read more »
Galveston drowning: 19-year-old Honduran woman dies at Galveston beachA 19-year-old Honduran woman, who was living in Houston, has died after she began struggling in the water in Galveston, officials said.
Read more »