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Juneteenth celebrations begin in Atlanta at history center, Piedmont Park

Atlanta honored Juneteenth over the weekend with several major celebrations highlighting the holiday’s significance and its cultural legacy within the Black community.

Rough Draft Atlanta on MSN · 22h

Music, events and food to mark Juneteenth celebrations around Atlanta

Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, will be celebrated with a plethora of events around the metro area starting this weekend. We’ve rounded up a guide to some of the events.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · 5h

Art is a force for revolution at 2 free Juneteenth film events in Atlanta

ArtsXchange features free film events Friday ("Art in Action," about Atlanta artists and art nonprofits) and Saturday ("Soundtrack to a Coup D’Etat" on Congolese independence)

Juneteenth, US Holiday

U.S. News & World Report · 5h

Explainer-What Is Juneteenth and When Did It Become a US Federal Holiday?

(Reuters) -Juneteenth, a day that marks the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans, is always observed on June 19 each year. It became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021, following the signing of a bill by former President Joe Biden.

USA TODAY on MSN · 5h

Could Trump end Juneteenth as a federal holiday? The short answer: Not on his own

"(Congress has) not done, and therefore, Juneteenth is and will remain a federal holiday, unless Congress feels otherwise," Paul added. How many states recognize Juneteenth as a p

Bloomberg L.P. · 1d

What Is Juneteenth? How Did It Become a US Holiday?

A celebration of Black history and freedom, the day rose in prominence following the sweeping protests against racial injustice in 2020.

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Juneteenth 2025: Where to Go and What to Do Around Atlanta

It’s been four years since Juneteenth became a federal holiday, and Black revelers in metro Atlanta are finding unique ways ...

Food Drink Life on MSN1h

Juneteenth National Independence Day: Celebrating freedom with parades, panels and purpose

Communities across the country mark Juneteenth National Independence Day, which celebrates freedom with parades, panels and ...

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Honoring Freedom and Family: Juneteenth and Pride celebrations continue to take space this week in Atlanta

On Saturday, June 21, the museum will also host a live Juneteenth performance by Djoli Kelen to help kids and parents reflect on the meaning of freedom. There’s also a fun Father’s Day craft station ...

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Atlanta Embraces Juneteenth with Celebrations Highlighting Black Cultural Legacy and Equality Struggles

Atlanta celebrated Juneteenth with events about Black culture, history, and contemporary issues at the History Center and ...

Opinion

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution6hOpinion

Juneteenth is a reminder to preserve family history

In the fight to preserve history, we can’t solely rely on museums, public education or public libraries. We still have control over our own stories.

Community honors freedom and resilience at Juneteenth Atlanta Festival

Thousands gathered at Piedmont Park for the Juneteenth Atlanta Parade and Music Festival, a celebration of freedom, unity, ...

Atlanta News First on MSN3d

13th annual Juneteenth parade marches through Atlanta | Replay, photos and video

Hundreds of people will march through Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward neighborhood to celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday!

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2d

Here's a list of Atlanta businesses that recognize Juneteenth as a holiday

While Juneteenth is recognized as a state and federal holiday, private businesses don't have to close or offer the day off. Here's what some Atlanta businesses have planned.

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