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Juneteenth

A guide for Washburn University students with an interest in learning about this historic event in the United States.

Freeing yourself was one thing, claiming ownership of that freed self was another.
Toni Morrison, Beloved

Welcome!

This is a guide for Washburn University students with an interest in learning about the history of Juneteenth. With Juneteenth's installation as a federal holiday, we must remember how this day came about and why it has been celebrated for many years before the recent executive order. Comments and questions are welcome!

What is Juneteenth?