History
Who issued the Emancipation Proclamation?
President Abraham Lincoln
They say Juneteenth is a day of freedom, but what does it specifically commemorate?
The end of slavery in the United States
Is Juneteenth celebrated only in Texas?
No, it is celebrated across the United States
Is there a Juneteenth Flag?
Yes
In what year was Juneteenth first officially recognized as a federal holiday?
2021
How did enslaved people in Texas learn about their freedom?
Union soldiers arrived in Galveston and announced it
Who were the last enslaved people freed in the U.S.?
Those in Texas on June 19, 1865
Do people celebrate Juneteenth with parades and festivals?
Yes, with parades, music, and community events
They say red foods are popular on Juneteenth, but why?
Red symbolizes resilience, strength, and the bloodshed of enslaved ancestors
Which U.S. state was the first to officially recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday?
Texas
Why did the news of the Emancipation Proclamation take so long to reach Texas?
Due to resistance from slaveholders and slow communication
Is Juneteenth also known by another name?
Yes, Freedom Day or Emancipation Day
Which type of music is commonly played at Juneteenth celebrations?
Jazz, blues, and gospel
What does the arc running through the center of the Juneteenth flag represent?
A new horizon of opportunity for Black Americans
What did President Joe Biden do regarding Juneteenth in 2021?
He signed a bill making it a federal holiday
What did General Gordon Granger do on June 19, 1865?
He issued General Order No. 3, informing enslaved people of their freedom
How long after the Emancipation Proclamation was Juneteenth?
About two and a half years
With what types of food do people traditionally celebrate Juneteenth?
Barbecue, red drinks, and soul food
With what colors is the Juneteenth flag designed?
Red, white, and blue
Do all states recognize Juneteenth as an official holiday?
No, but many have officially recognized it
In which city did General Granger make his historic announcement?
Galveston, Texas
Why is Juneteenth considered America's second Independence Day?
Because it marks the true end of slavery in the U.S.
Which organization played a major role in keeping Juneteenth celebrations alive?
The National Juneteenth Observance Foundation
Who designed the Juneteenth flag?
Activist Ben Haith, founder of the National Juneteenth Celebration Foundation
Who helped push for Juneteenth to become a national holiday?
Activists like Opal Lee