History of Juneteenth

Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) is celebrated as the day in 1865 when Union soldiers landed in Galveston, Texas to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people were freed. The troop's arrival came two and a half years after former President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the end to slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African American holiday.

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION 2024

Celebrate Juneteenth with the City of Mobile, featuring entrepreneurship, music, education, resources and more!

Wednesday, June 19, 2024
6 - 8 p.m.
National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico

Join us in celebrating financial wellness and entrepreneurship with our main guest speaker, Dr. Shana Lewis. Attendees can attend breakout sessions on retirement, insurance and investing and will have access to other valuable resources. In addition, we are excited to feature entertainment by the Mobile Alabama Africatown Drummers. Come out and join us for a fun, free and informative event!

➡️ Reserve your spot today!

BLOGS & MORE

Blog: Depth of Perspective in the Deep South
The importance of Juneteenth is the lens through which the past can be assessed, present redefined and future transformed regarding race relations and the possibilities for all Black people.

Blog: Juneteenth to Me
To me, Juneteenth is not only a celebration of independence, but it is also an opportunity to show deep gratitude for the millions of lives who found the strength to survive.

Suggested Itinerary: Our Storied Past
Discover the significant imprint of Black history on Mobile, from the story of segregation to the soulful taste of Black-owned restaurants. Plan your trip today!