Juneteenth Facts
Known for his reconstruction of luxury prints with high-end fabrics, this Harlem native was renowned in the hip-hop community during the 80s and 90s
Who is Dapper Dan?
This U.S. President signed the law making Juneteenth a Federal Holiday
Who is President Joe Biden?
This piece of jewelry, often customized with names, became popular during the 90s, often worn by female hip-hop artists
What are bamboo earrings?
This state was the first state to designate Juneteenth a national holiday in 1980
What is Texas?
This artist became the first African-American artistic director of Louis Vuitton in 2018 when he was appointed over the house's menswear collections
Who is Virgil Abloh?
This U.S. President issued the Emancipation Proclamation
Who is President Abraham Lincoln?
These headpieces, often made of silk or rayon, are worn to protect and maintain hairstyles during the nighttime
What are bonnets/durags?
These two words were put together to create "Juneteenth"
This costume designer, known for his work on the film Wicked, became the first black man to win an Oscar for Best Costume Design in 2025
Who is Paul Tazwell?
This group won the Civil War in 1865, leading to the abolition of Slavery
Who is the Union?
After taking the role of creative director in 1998, Kimora Lee Simmons led this streetwear brand to become a billion-dollar brand
What is Baby Phat?
After the Emancipation Proclamation but before Juneteenth, this yearly night was when African Americans would wait to hear news of freedom
What is Watch Night?
This designer, known for his 'shopping bags', gained a large following in the last few years due to his internet marketing and virality
Who is Telfar Clemens?
This TX born teacher, known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth, was responsible for advocating to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
Who is Opal Lee?
After releasing their hit song, "My Adidas," this hip-hop group became the first to receive an endorsement from a major athletic brand
Who is Run-DMC?
Three colors and a symbol make up the Juneteenth Flag, first created in 1997
What are red, blue, white, and a star?
This multi-hyphenate singer, designer, and actress has become a global fashion icon known for her unique taste.
Who is Rihanna?
The first state to pass a law ruling the abolishment of slavery in 1780
What is Pennsylvania ?
Created in the 90s by Daymond John, this four letter brand was one of the earliest black-owned streetwear brands
What is FUBU?