A silhouette of a black woman with an afro and words inside her afro that say Juneteenth and other words related to the Holiday such as free-ish, independence, and more.

DIY confetti poppers for Juneteenth. This is a fun art project for families who are celebrating Juneteenth. Perfect for kids, teens and adults.

In 1863, during the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing more than three million slaves in the Confederate states. Despite this, it wasn’t until two years later on 19 June 1865, that many slaves learned about their freedom when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas. The following year, and for many years afterwards, Juneteenth became an annual tradition for many African Americans across the United States...learn more at audazmag.com

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