Two events on Juneteenth
Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved peoples in the United States. While the Emancipation Proclamation had outlawed slavery in 1862, enforcement spread unevenly. On June 19, 1865, Union Army general Gordon Granger proclaimed freedom from slavery in Texas, one of the last states to comply with the proclamation. Here are two local options to celebrate this event:
The NAACP of Johnson County and STAND UP for Black Lives+ are hosting a community celebration day from 11 to 4 in Franklin Park. Learn more here.
The Advocacy and Awareness Group of Johnson County, Women of Purpose, and their community partners are hosting the 2nd Annual Advocacy and Awareness Peace March and Rally from 11 to 1. Learn more here. |