First Juneteenth celebration was held in Houston, Rice scholar says
Summary
New research shows that the first Juneteenth celebration happened in Houston in 1866, rather than in Galveston. This finding updates the historical understanding of how Juneteenth began being observed.Key Facts
- Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the United States.
- The first anniversary celebration of Juneteenth took place in 1866.
- This initial celebration was held in Houston, Texas.
- Earlier beliefs said it was first celebrated in Galveston, Texas.
- The new research was published in the Journal of Texas History.
- A Rice University scholar conducted the study.
- The study changes the historical record about Juneteenth’s origins.
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