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Beyond Granger: Honoring the Black soldiers who enforced freedom on Juneteenth

Dr. Hilary Green highlights the brutal combat, sacrifices, and vital role of Black soldiers in enforcing freedom on Juneteenth.

Descendants of Frederick Douglass and John Brown on Juneteenth warn against backsliding on civil rights

This Juneteenth, many are worried about conservative politics that are infringing upon hard-won civil rights.

Juneteenth at ABHM!

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America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM), founded by Dr. James Cameron, and the city of Milwaukee stand as powerful reminders of Juneteenth’s enduring legacy and significance. Honoring Juneteenth in its fullest expression, Dr. Cameron established ABHM on June 19, 1988, intentionally linking the museum’s mission to the meaning of freedom, remembrance, and continued progress.

Opal Lee, grandmother of Juneteenth, gets her own Barbie doll

Activist Opal Lee is an icon being honored by Mattel with a Barbie doll, who wears her signature outfit and is ready to march.

Funk, hip-hop and R&B hitmakers to descend on Pittsburgh for Juneteenth celebration

Pittsburgh’s 2025 Juneteenth celebration with be bigger than ever and includes some surprising musicians in the lineup.

As Juneteenth approaches, Black Florida community renews preservation bid

Residents, who are mostly descended from enslaved people, want their community on the National Register of Historic Places.

Summerfest Juneteenth Celebration: First ever in Milwaukee

The partnership brings together two of the city–and state’s–biggest festivals this summer, combining music and Black culture.

Slice of History: Juneteenth Event Schedule

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ABHM invites you to celebrate a longstanding Milwaukee tradition of Juneteenth (June 19th) both at the citywide festival hosted by the Northcott Neighborhood House and then visit us to learn more about the history behind this important American holiday.

The Center for Black Excellence and Culture to hold groundbreaking on Juneteenth

Wednesday was a momentous day in Madison due to the groundbreaking of a future community center that will host events and display art.