Having a Juneteenth event?
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.
Share your Juneteenth event with Black Iowa News. Many communities across the state are busy planning Juneteenth celebrations, and Black Iowa News wants to keep a running list here. Email your event details and flier to dana@blackiowanews.com.
African American Museum of Iowa Juneteenth Commemoration
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