Juneteenth is a significant day in Black history that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas and read General Order No. 3, which officially abolished slavery in the state. This announcement came two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, which had declared all enslaved people in Confederate-held territory to be free.

Juneteenth celebrations have since evolved to honor African American freedom and achievement, and to emphasize education and achievement. It is a day to reflect on the struggles and resilience of Black Americans throughout history. In recent years, there has been a growing movement to recognize Juneteenth as a national holiday in the United States.