Juneteenth

Today is June 19th, 2006 also known as Juneteenth. 2005 was the 140th anniversary of Juneteenth. Check out this excerpt from the website juneteenth.
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2005 marks the 140th year anniversary of Juneteenth. All across the United States, and beyond, celebrations will commemorate this historical event of 1865 in Galveston, Texas. There, on June 19th, when word of the emancipation proclamation finally reached the enslaved, a new and uncertain way of life began. In the 140 years since, African Americans have elevated this celebration, publicly and privately to one of the most important of the year.

Beyond freedom for one's self, Juneteenth celebrates freedom for all, worldwide. Juneteenth promotes unity and builds self-esteem through reflection, education, and through acknowledgement of achievements. Today, people of all races, nationalities and ethnicities join together to support and participate in Juneteenth celebrations - a true testament to humanity.

The 140th year anniversary is a significant milestone in American history. Juneteenth serves symbolically and in reality as a reference point from which to appreciate the progress and contributions made by African Americans to this society.

JUNETEENTH.com is honored to host, and most proud to announce the launch of the Juneteenth Anniversary Campaign, - a 10-year initiative which will culminate with the 150th Juneteenth Anniversary.

The campaign now underway will center around assessment, education, dialogue and acknowledgement of African American progress since 1865.