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Juneteenth Observed Nationwide as Federal Offices Close While Cities Celebrate

Policy shifts at the federal level and in some cities have reduced institutional supports for the holiday, increasing reliance on community organizers to keep parades, festivals and museum programs running.

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Opal Lee, Grandmother of Juneteenth, Recovering Well in Ohio Hospital

Juneteenth

Juneteenth Observed Nationwide as Federal Offices Close While Cities Celebrate

California Makes Historian Passport Free for Limited Time

Barbie Honors Opal Lee, 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' With Inspiring Women Doll

Opal Lee to Skip Fort Worth Walk for Freedom and Participate Remotely

Opal Lee, Grandmother of Juneteenth, Recovering Well in Ohio Hospital