Events, commemorations in Houston area
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Houston Juneteenth Urban Takeover will offer four parties and additional events throughout the weekend to celebrate the holiday.
The Houston Grand Opera is stepping out of the Wortham Theater and into Emancipation Park Tuesday night for a powerful Juneteenth celebration.
Composed by Joel Thompson and penned by librettist Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton, this collection of 12 songs is a tribute to the community's stories and landmarks, including the iconic Eldorado Ballroom.
Even though Juneteenth may not be celebrated as widely this year, it's encouraging to see that Houston, which plays an important role in the history of this holiday, still holds it in
As more and more people celebrate the holiday, some Black Americans are beginning to personalize the traditional menu.
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FOX 26 Houston on MSNFormer President Joe Biden coming to Galveston for JuneteenthGALVESTON, Texas - FOX 26 has learned former President Joe Biden is coming to Galveston as part of Juneteenth. According to Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen, the Galveston Police Department contacted him to assist with some dignitaries arriving for Juneteenth, including Joe Biden.
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ABC13 Houston on MSNHouston Grand Opera brings Juneteenth celebration to Emancipation Park with Original Song CycleThe Houston Grand Opera is stepping out of the Wortham Theater and into Emancipation Park Tuesday night for a powerful Juneteenth celebration.
GALVESTON, Texas – Former President Joe Biden will be in Galveston Thursday as a dignitary for a Juneteenth event. Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen confirmed to KPRC 2’s Bill Barajas that the Galveston Police Department has requested assistance from the sheriff’s office to assist with the dignitaries that includes Joe Biden.
The Juneteenth flag will fly over some state capitols and city buildings on June 19. Here's what to know about the flag's history and meaning.