Juneteenth has historically been a day that most people didn’t know existed. But this year, it was met with widespread recognition, as thousands of residents flocked to celebrations across Middle Tennessee.
People Came From Around The Country To Celebrate Juneteenth At Nashville’s Museum Of African American Music
The National Museum of African American Music drew crowds from Harlem, Atlanta and all around Tennessee for its inaugural Juneteenth Block Party on the rooftop of the Fifth and Broadway development in Downtown Nashville.
Interactive Map: 45+ Juneteenth Celebrations Happening This Weekend In Middle TN
Popularity of Juneteenth continues to grow — evidenced by more than 45 events happening this weekend in Middle Tennessee. Many are organized by Black-led organizations.
Nashville’s Juneteenth Rally Draws A Largely White Crowd
It was impossible to ignore. The latest rally on Nashville’s War Memorial Plaza — this time to recognize Juneteenth and the final emancipation of all slaves — attracted a predominantly white audience.
Nashville Rallies Emphasize Juneteenth And Transgender Lives This Weekend
As protests against racial injustice carry into a fourth weekend, more are scheduled in Middle Tennessee, with several emphasizing particular themes — especially celebrating Juneteenth and the end of slavery.
Tennessee House Backs Making Juneteenth A State Observance, But Passage Is Unlikely
A Tennessee representative wants to make Juneteenth a day of special observance in the state. The measure (HB1626/SB1829) is moving in the House of Representatives with unanimous support, but its prospects in the state Senate are uncertain.
Nashville Celebrates Inaugural Juneteenth With Music, Food and Reenactors
Listen The city of Nashville recognized Juneteenth, the oldest known U.S. holiday marking the end of slavery, with an inaugural event Tuesday that organizers hope will launch an annual celebration.
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