From weathered cabins to restored historic two-story homes, a Juneteenth tour of 1800s-era houses traces Black Houstonians’ journey from slavery to freedom.

HOUSTON — A special "Juneteenth in July" celebration featuring Grammy-winning artists and a musical tribute to the late Rep.

This Thursday marks 160 years since the origin of Juneteenth. Here's what to know about the holiday and why' it's celebrated.

This year's Juneteenth gatherings in Houston offer an array of opportunities to learn, experience and celebrate Black history and excellence. Why it matters: The Bayou City is home to several ...

Community Artist's Collective Juneteenth en Blanc. Location: Community Artists' Collective, 4111 Fannin St Suite #100A, Houston, TX 77004, USA. Time: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Communities across Houston and Galveston are celebrating Juneteenth with a variety of events, including parades, festivals, and cultural activities.

Houston is observing Juneteenth as a federal holiday, with many services and businesses closing to honor the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.

Juneteenth is a celebration for all Americans because it marks a pivotal moment in the United States’ journey toward living ...

Juneteenth re-enactment celebration in Galveston, Texas. AFP via Getty Images. When the Union Army arrived in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865 -- two and a half years after the Emancipation ...

On Jan. 1, 1863, nearly two years into the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which ...

A powerful gospel concert closed the 2025 Juneteenth festivities at St. John Baptist Church on Greenwood Drive Sunday evening.

Trust fund invests more than $193,000 for admission-free, public musical performances celebrating Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday occurring annually on June 19 to commemorate t ...