In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Assistant Lincoln Recreation Center Supervisor Markeesha Watson talk about the upcoming Juneteenth celebrations, including a genealogy workshop, an oral history event, and the annual freedom walk. Continue reading What’s Up? Video: LRC marks Juneteenth with genealogy, oral history and annual freedom walk
On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers led by Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger landed in Galveston with news the war had ended and the enslaved were free. We invite you and your family to celebrate the Juneteenth national holiday with three free events this month. Continue reading Celebrate the Juneteenth national holiday with three commemorative events in College Station
Juneteenth commemorates freedom and is celebrated by bringing families and communities together. It’s a time for reflection, rejoicing, and learning about black history, culture, and achievements. We invite you and your family to celebrate at several free events this month. Continue reading Celebrate Juneteenth with a weeklong schedule of commemorative events in our community
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