“The true second Independence Day in our nation’s history where those that were enslaved, albeit after the emancipation proclamation were officially told that they were free on the island of Galveston, Texas,” said Morgan Lloyd, program coordinator and lead guide for the AAMP.
The theme for this year’s celebrations are "Liberation Rising" and featured music, dancing and education on the significance of June 19, 1865 and the ending of slavery in America.The African American Museum in Philadelphia hosted a Juneteenth Block Party and Free Museum Day.
The theme for this year’s celebrations are "Liberation Rising" and featured music, dancing and education on the significance of June 19, 1865 and the ending of slavery in America."I wanted to come and see what they have for today in celebration of Juneteenth. I felt like I needed to come down and be a part of this," said Janice Clark of Vineland. "There are so many unanswered questions and so many different answers.
"This is the most prideful day that we can enjoy as far as being Black Americans and being able to celebrate one another and be in conjunction with one another," said Danielle Green of West Philadelphia. "Being able to love ourselves and love who we are make sure everyone knows that this is our day, and this is where we came from."
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