Juneteenth events across Iowa for 2023
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.
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The Black Iowa Newspaper to debut in June
The Black Iowa Newspaper, produced by Black Iowa News, will be delivered around the state during the week of June 12. Pick up a free copy.
The Des Moines School district hires Ian Roberts as its first Black superintendent
The state’s largest school district, Des Moines, hires its first Black superintendent. He’ll begin on July 1.
Send Black Iowa News your Juneteenth events
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.
Black Women 4 Healthy Living brings attention to Black health
Black Women 4 Healthy Living will hold a blood drive for sickle cell disease on May 4 at Corinthian Baptist Church in Des Moines.
Spotlight on Athene’s Black & Brown Business Summit
The third Athene Black & Brown Business Summit will be held April 20-21, in West Des Moines. The event features a pitch competition and more.
Having a Juneteenth event?
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.
Workshop aims to improve relations between police and the community
A local Black law enforcement group will hold a workshop for individuals, teens and organizations on Saturday in Des Moines.
Iowa Juneteenth theme ‘Free to be,’ celebration set for June 9-23 in Des Moines
Organizers are busy planning the Iowa Juneteenth Observance 2023 in Des Moines. There’s still time to become a sponsor or vendor.????
