Looking to teach your family about the rich and storied heritage of Black people who migrated out of the American South to parts north and west during the 19th and 20th centuries? Make that lesson come to life by taking Amtrak’s California Zephyr from Chicago to Denver, and visit cultural landmarks in each city. View the photo gallery for […]
Usher made a bold statement with his attire at the Essence Music Festival this weekend. Not widely known for his political opinions, the singer appeared…
In the aftermath of the tragic terror attack on Emmanuel AME Church Wednesday, Juneteenth, the historic holiday commemorating the southern Black slaves' emancipation, is upon us.
As many around the nation and the world prepare to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Juneteenth, also known Emancipation Day, a variety of celebrations will…
Black America is poised on Saturday to observe Juneteenth, the oldest celebration commemorating the end of slavery and religious oppression. Nearly two years after the…
Hey Houston, the 2nd Annual Acres Homes Juneteenth Festival was truly enlightening and enjoyable! The event will be offered, free food, free health screenings and HIV testing, children’s books, Food Bank donations, plus employment, educational, and community resources. So, take a look at all the Majic Moments we captured and created at the 2nd Annual […]
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a holiday of notable significance for many African Americans. June 19, 1865, highlights the abolition…
Mexia, Texas was the site of a horrific drowning of three Black teenagers who were arrested during the town’s large “Juneteenth” celebration on June 19,…
Via chron.com: Miller Outdoor Theater: 7:00pm Lots of music, food, and revelry for the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Featuring Next-gen zydeco great C J Chenier and Red Hot Louisiana Band.
Today, June 19th, marks the Juneteenth holiday, which celebrates the day in 1865 that slaves in Galveston, Texas were told that slavery had ended. President…
Juneteenth is a Texas holiday honoring African American heritage by commemorating the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas in 1865. The city of Houston Celebrates the African American Freedom Day with a variety of family fun events. The Friends of Emacipation Park annual Juneteenth Festival is Today from 11a.m. – 8p.m. at the […]
