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‘From Chains to Church’ Immerse yourself in the remarkable history behind the doors of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
Read full article: ‘From Chains to Church’ Immerse yourself in the remarkable history behind the doors of Antioch Missionary Baptist ChurchBLACK HISTORY MONTH: Discover the inspiring journey of freed slaves and how faith propelled their emancipation From the Chains to the Church.
Observe Juneteenth by donating to these historical African American sites preserving history in Houston
Read full article: Observe Juneteenth by donating to these historical African American sites preserving history in HoustonIn honor of Juneteenth, here are some options for how you can observe the holiday by making monetary donations to some very historical places in the Houston area that could use your support.
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What to know about Juneteenth and why people are talking about it now
Read full article: What to know about Juneteenth and why people are talking about it nowThe June 19 holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Forty-seven states and the District of Columbia mark June 19 as a state holiday or observance. But -- despite a push by activists over the years -- Juneteenth still isn't a federal holiday. Here's what to know about Juneteenth. Juneteenth has been celebrated informally since 1865, but Texas became the first state to make it a state holiday in 1980.