Learning about Juneteenth
The 1863 signing of the Emancipation Proclamation established freedom for those men, women, and children held in bondage in the Confederate states. But, in reality, the proclamation didn’t instantly free any enslaved people. On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas. He informed the enslaved African Americans of their freedom. Today, June 19 is a federal holiday to commemorate freedom and celebrate African-American culture. Here are some resources for you to learn more about the origins of Juneteenth:
Juneteenth History
The History of Juneteenth
What is Juneteenth?
“So You Want to Learn About Juneteenth?”
Learn with your kids!
10 Children’s Books Celebrating Juneteenth
PBS’ Juneteenth: All About the Holidays
For Educators
Teaching Juneteenth
Twenty Educational Resources and Activities for Teaching Juneteenth
Learn more about Oakland’s African American History
Resident Resource List
We Shall Overcome: A Self-Guided Tour of the Historic African American Burial Grounds
Jen Glaze is a graduate student in Public History at the University of West Georgia. She is interested in Victorian and leisure history, visiting historic sites, and being outside. She is currently interning at Oakland Cemetery for the 2022 summer semester.
