Juneteenth, “also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Liberation Day, and Emancipation Day– is a holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the United States. Originating in Galveston, Texas, it is now celebrated annually on June 19 throughout the United States, with increasing official recognition. It is commemorated on the anniversary date of the June 19, 1865, announcement of General Order No. 3 by Union Army general Gordon Granger, proclaiming freedom from slavery in Texas.”
We have highlighted several events below that celebrate the importance of this historic day.
Missouri Historical Society 2021 Juneteenth Celebration
Throughout the month of June, the Missouri History Museum will be welcoming audiences to gather virtually and in-person to celebrate Juneteenth.
Click here for additional information: https://mohistory.org/juneteenth
Juneteenth Celebration at The Field House Museum
“The Field House Museum is proud to host Julius B. Anthony, President of St. Louis Black Authors of Children’s Literature, and Linda M. Nance, Founding President of The Annie Malone Historical Society, for this special event jointly celebrating our partnerships and Juneteenth.”
Click here for additional information: https://explorestlouis.com/event/a-juneteenth-celebration/
Juneteenth Freedom Festival
Click here for additional information: https://www.cdss-esl.org/cdss-annual-events/juneteenth-metro-east#h.pvous2tm6jyw
2021 Juneteenth Community Ride
“This Juneteenth, celebrate St. Louis’s Black artists, musicians and history with a bike ride featuring live music. Join Trailnet, 4 The Ville, and the Missouri Historical Society.“
Click here for additional information: https://trailnet.redpodium.com/2021-juneteenth-community-ride
Juneteenth Havdalah W/ MoHo STL
“To celebrate Juneteenth, we will be sharing poems, songs and/or prayers from Black authors, around the bonfire. Themes can include freedom, resistance, power, strength – or whatever you feel speaks to to the themes of the historic Juneteenth.”
Click here for additional information: https://en-gb.facebook.com/events/481923593095534/
Juneteenth Community Celebration-Emerson YMCA
“Our community event is open to everyone and FREE of charge! The theme is “Breaking Barriers.”
Click here for additional information:https://stayhappening.com/e/juneteenth-community-celebration-E2ISTO38MIL