Tag: Juneteenth
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Colorado Capitol Raises Juneteenth Flag in Historic Ceremony
DENVER — On Tuesday, in commemoration of the third anniversary of Juneteenth becoming a state holiday in Colorado, Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera and members of Colorado’s legislature proudly hoisted the Juneteenth flag alongside the American and Colorado flags at the state Capitol. What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19th, marks the day in…
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Colorado Capitol Raises Juneteenth Flag Honoring State Holiday
DENVER — In commemoration of the third anniversary of Juneteenth becoming an official state holiday in Colorado, Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera and other state legislators gathered at the Colorado Capitol on Tuesday to raise the Juneteenth flag alongside the American and Colorado flags. Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19th, marks the emancipation of enslaved African…
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Juneteenth Flag Raised at Colorado Capitol
DENVER — In commemoration of Juneteenth, the Colorado Capitol has added a new flag alongside the American and Colorado flags. Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera and other state officials raised the official Juneteenth flag on Tuesday, marking the third anniversary of Juneteenth as a state holiday in Colorado. What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June…
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Juneteenth Flag Raised at Colorado Capitol
DENVER — On June 19, 2024, marking the third anniversary of Juneteenth as a state holiday in Colorado, Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera and state legislators raised the Juneteenth flag alongside the American and Colorado flags at the Colorado Capitol. Symbolism of the Juneteenth Flag The Juneteenth flag, created by Ben Haith in 1997 and brought…
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Colorado Capitol Raises Juneteenth Flag in Historic Ceremony
DENVER — The Colorado Capitol, known for flying the American and state flags daily, will display a new emblem starting this Tuesday in recognition of Juneteenth’s third anniversary as a state holiday. On this occasion, Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera and Colorado legislators convened to hoist the official Juneteenth flag, commemorating the day in 1865 when…
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Nashville Juneteenth Celebrations: Events, Locations, and Highlights
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — As Juneteenth, the federal holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States, approaches, Nashville gears up to honor African American culture and history through a series of events and celebrations across the city. Juneteenth Community Day at the National Civil Rights Museum On June 19, the National Civil Rights Museum…
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Museum of Fine Arts to Offer Free Admission on Juneteenth
In a gesture honoring Juneteenth, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston will provide complimentary admission to Massachusetts residents on June 19. This move commemorates the significance of the holiday, which marks the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth, recognized as a federal holiday since 2021, serves as a tribute to African American…
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Denver Juneteenth Music Festival Celebrates Black Lives
Organizers of the Denver Juneteenth Music Festival are gearing up to host a weekend-long celebration in honor of the Juneteenth holiday. This annual event, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, is set to take place in the Mile High City from June 14 to June 16, 2024. Parade and Block Party…
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Virginia Beach Juneteenth: Free Concert & Cultural Celebrations
As Juneteenth approaches, Virginia Beach gears up for a series of events celebrating African American culture and emancipation. Free Concert by Virginia African American Cultural Center The Virginia African American Cultural Center is hosting a free concert on June 15, as part of the Juneteenth week festivities. This event coincides with the ViBe Creative District’s…
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Opal Lee: The Grandmother of Juneteenth
Fort Worth resident Opal Lee, renowned as The Grandmother of Juneteenth, shares her inspiring journey of activism and her pivotal role in establishing Juneteenth as a national holiday. A Lifetime of Advocacy Opal Lee’s story is one of resilience and dedication to social justice. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, she has dedicated her life to…
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Construction Commences on Opal Lee’s New Home in Fort Worth
Construction has officially begun on the new home for Dr. Opal Lee, a prominent figure in Fort Worth renowned as the grandmother of Juneteenth. The project marks a significant step forward for Lee, who has persevered through adversity to reclaim what was once taken from her family. A Symbolic Beginning In a symbolic departure from…
