Juneteenth is a federal holiday celebrated on June 19 to commemorate when the last known slaves were freed two years after Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. For Ricky Sherifield, ...

It was 160 years ago that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed — after the Civil War’s end and ...

Juneteenth Freedom Classic Charity Golf Tournament has been rescheduled to July 26 at the Country Club, 2902 W. 4 th Street. Registration for the event ...

The City of Lubbock is invited to come together for a series of events in honor of Juneteenth, celebrating freedom through ...

The final event is Let Freedom Sing: Juneteenth Gospel Night. It is an evening of worship and celebration and will have ...

Explore Galveston's vibrant summer offerings that go beyond its famous beaches. Designated as a Texas Music Friendly City, Galveston introduces new monthly cultural events, including an enhanced Art ...

Her likeness was rendered by another Texas legend, Kermit Oliver, who was the first Black artist to be represented by a major ...