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The City of Roswell's Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs, in partnership with Roswell Roots, presents Roswell Celebrates Juneteenth. A series of events and programs will take place starting Friday, June 17 and run through the weekend, ending on Sunday, June 19.
Juneteenth commemorates the effective end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. Juneteenth was originally celebrated in Texas, on June 19, 1866. It marked the first anniversary of the day that African Americans there first learned of the Emancipation Proclamation, more than two years after it was initially issued. In 2021 Juneteenth was made a federal holiday in celebration and recognition of the end of slavery and to honor the culture and achievements of African Americans.
Juneteenth commemorates the effective end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. Juneteenth was originally celebrated in Texas, on June 19, 1866. It marked the first anniversary of the day that African Americans there first learned of the Emancipation Proclamation, more than two years after it was initially issued. In 2021 Juneteenth was made a federal holiday in celebration and recognition of the end of slavery and to honor the culture and achievements of African Americans.
Juneteenth Events Calendar
Roswell, Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs acknowledges the importance of African American contributions and the greater meaning behind planning a brighter future for all citizens. We welcome all backgrounds and cultures to join us in celebration with music, dance, an annual card party, and more!
