Juneteenth U.S.A. 2022 at Negro Bar

9698 Greenback Lane,Folsom CA 95630

18 June, 2022

Description

Juneteenth U.S.A. 2022 at Negro Bar is a national event celebrating the accomplishments of African Americans nationwide. Come join us for a day of family fun, games, and food to celebrate Juneteenth! Located at the Negro Bar, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in Folsom, CA. Juneteenth commemorates the liberation of the last slaves in Texas, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had abolished slavery in the Confederate States in 1863. First recognized as a Federal holiday in 2021, many observe the date with local celebrations, including parties, parades, picnics, and festivals. Attendees will be inspired to reflect upon the profound legacy and ancestral roots of African Americans as programming highlights the resilience, solidarity, culture, and progress of Black communities.