By Senator Cordell Cleare
On June 19th, 2024, the day is known throughout the nation as “Juneteenth”, in remembrance of the true ending of the chattel slavery that millions of Black people endured for centuries.
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2024 Juneteenth Statement From Linda Tigani, Chair And Executive Director Of The Commission On Racial Equity
By NYC.gov
Today, Linda Tigani, Chair and Executive Director of the Commission on Racial Equity (CORE) released the following statement in commemoration of Juneteenth:
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The Historical Legacy Of Juneteenth From Harlem To Hollywood
On “Freedom’s Eve,” or the eve of January 1, 1863, the first Watch Night services took place.
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The Mayor’s Op-Ed: Celebrating Juneteenth With A New Heritage Walk, Landmark, And Progress
By Mayor Eric Adams
As the second Black mayor of New York City, I am proud to celebrate Juneteenth, a day that commemorates June 19, 1865, when every enslaved Black American was finally free.
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Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth Annual Concert Returns To Times Square
The Black to Broadway Initiative, a project of The Broadway League, has announced the third annual Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth concert in Times Square, just minutes away from Harlem.
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Honoring Juneteenth Through Black Literature, African Dance And Rainstick Making In East Harlem
In the words of Fredrick Douglass, "Once you learn to read, you will be forever free."Continue reading
A Juneteenth No Cost Weekend Of Events At Lincoln Center, Harlem Stage And Park Avenue Armory
Check out the series of FREE NYC events happening the weekend of Juneteenth at Lincoln Center, Harlem Stage, and Park Avenue Armory, all curated by Carl Hancock Rux. Continue reading
Seitu’s World: Harlem’s Juneteenth Celebration And Mascot 2021
On June 19th, 2021, Seitu Oronde photographed the Juneteenth Mascot and the celebration in Harlem.Continue reading
Etu’s World: The Style And The Substance In Sid’s Art
By Etu Evans
In the wake of civil unrest and a thirst for accountability after the George Floyd verdict, people are continuing to protest for social justice by seeking ways to celebrate their heritage and cancel those insensitive to their culture.Continue reading
Seitu’s World: The City Celebrates Juneteenth In Harlem, The Greatest Community In The World
On Friday, June 18th, 2021, the city came out in force for the first national celebration of Juneteenth at St. Nicholas Park on a fantastic lawn in Harlem, NY.Continue reading
As We Celebrate Juneteenth, We Reflect On A Black Lives Matter Harlem Mural One Year Later
Juneteenth marks one year since the Harlem community announced it would install its own Black Lives Matter street mural.Continue reading
Google Donates $50 Million To HBCU’s In Celebration Of Juneteenth
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have stood as pillars of excellence for more than 180 years and continue to serve as havens for Black students in pursuit of higher education. Continue reading
Juneteenth Set To Become A Federal Holiday From Harlem To Hawaii
On Tuesday, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution establishing June 19, 2021, as Juneteenth National Independence Day.Continue reading
NYC Musicians To Perform Unsung A Juneteenth Celebration At The World Trade Center Oculus
The Unsung Collective, an NYC ensemble comprised of people of color devoted to celebrating stories of the Black experience.Continue reading
Ailey All Access Premieres Juneteenth Program Sponsored By Amazon
The Ailey organization continues to inspire and enlighten millions across the globe with free broadcasts of performances, conversations, Ailey Extension dance and fitness classes, and more.Continue reading