The origin of the Juneteenth celebrations marking the end of slavery goes back to an order issued as Union troops arrived in ...

Theatrical event, free day also scheduledSPRINGFIELD The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will celebrate ...

Juneteenth turns 160 years old. Officially recognized as a federal holiday in 2021—becoming America’s 11th national ...

We want people to come out today and celebrate, not just celebrate us, but celebrate themselves. Celebrate our history and ...

For at least 60 years following the end of the Civil War, Jefferson City's Black citizens annually celebrated emancipation.

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum's special events for Juneteenth will include the display of a signed copy ...