Juneteenth is now a federal holiday also known as juneteenth independence day, freedom day and emancipation day. New jersey has a host of different events honoring juneteenth, and weโve created a guide to local happenings here in hudson county.
Juneteenth is now a federal holiday also known as juneteenth independence day, freedom day and emancipation day. Phil murphy had already signed a law in september 2020 that established juneteenth day as an official state and public holiday in new jersey to be observed each year on the third friday in june.
On June 15, There Will Be An African Heritage Parade, Beginning At Broadway And Straight Street, 10 A.m.
Today, itโs honored with parades, festivals, educational events, art, and so much more โ plenty of which are happening right here in essex county.
This Local Celebration Aims To Honor The Rich Cultural Heritage Of The Black Diaspora, Promote Unity, And Educate The Community About The Significance Of The Holiday.
2024 englewood juneteenth festival & parade at depot square.
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But The Federal Holiday For Juneteenth โ Which Celebrates The End Of Slavery In The U.s.
Our list of the best 2024 juneteenth events in new jersey:
Juneteenth Commemorates The Abolition Of Slavery In The United States.