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Juneteenth was designated a federal holiday in 2021, but it’s been celebrated by Black communities since 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, discovered they were free — over two months after the end of the Civil War and two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Here in the Bay Area, there are so many ways to honor Juneteenth — whether you’re interested in a KMEL-soundtracked block party, kid-friendly activities or a contemplative exhibition of contemporary art. Be sure to note: The festivities kick off long before June 19 proper.
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