It was bound to happen. In an internal memo, Nike has revealed that it will be recognizing Juneteenth as an annual paid holiday.
This segment of Access Houston we welcome Gary Jedkins, the founder of Broken Chains. Mr. Jedkins tells us about Broken Chains, their purpose, and the Juneteenth Scholarship Gala. Our next conversation is with the founder of We See Abilities, Mr. Mythiquer Pickett. He’s also brought along with him the current reigning Mr. Wonderful, Justin Wallingford, […]
This segment of Access Houston we have, friend to the program, Holly Charles, the founder of Houston Play on Purpose, along with Iman Garrett-Price with the Emancipation Park Conservancy, and poet, actor, director, and all around talent Joe P. They’re here to talk about Emancipation Park Conservancy’s 147th Juneteenth Celebration, which will feature, Movies in […]
Emancipation Park hosts the Rededication Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration in Houston. Rededication Celebration Saturday, June 17, 2017 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Rededication Program at 11:00 A.M. 2. Juneteenth Celebration Monday, June 19, 2017 10:00 A.M – 5:00 P.M. Emancipation Park 3018 Emancipation Avenue For more info click HERE.
Opal Lee is so serious about Juneteenth becoming a national holiday that she is traveling to the White House on foot to deliver a petition to President Obama.
Cleveland had one of the biggest celebrations that the city has ever seen, as scores of fans gathered to celebrate the Cavaliers’ 2016 NBA title on Wednesday.
In commemoration of the anniversary of the tragic terror attack on Emanuel AME Church last year and in the wake of the devastating shooting in Orlando this month, Juneteenth, the historic holiday commemorating the southern Black slaves’ emancipation, is upon us. This day is incredibly important because on one hand, it demonstrates to us the cyclical nature […]
Black Independence Day, otherwise known as Juneteenth, has arrived. We’ve compiled a few facts that you may not have known about the celebration of the emancipation of the last slaves in the United States. President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on Sept. 22, 1862, but it took nearly three more years before full emancipation […]
Black Independence Day, otherwise known as Juneteenth, is just around the corner. We’ve compiled a few facts that you may not have known about the celebration of the emancipation of the last slaves in the United States. President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on Sept. 22, 1862, but it took nearly three more years […]
Looking to teach your family about the rich and storied heritage of Black people who migrated out of the American South to parts north and west during the 19th and 20th centuries? Make that lesson come to life by taking Amtrak’s California Zephyr from Chicago to Denver, and visit cultural landmarks in each city. View the photo gallery for […]
Usher made a bold statement with his attire at the Essence Music Festival this weekend. Not widely known for his political opinions, the singer appeared…
