Juneteenth Celebrations Commemorate End of Slavery in U.S.

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, commemorates the day enslaved African Americans in Texas were finally freed in 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation by President Abraham Lincoln.

The holiday, also known as Freedom Day, signifies the end of slavery and the resilience of African Americans in the U.S.

Popular banks like West Bank, Bank Iowa, and GreenState Credit Union will be closed on Juneteenth, along with major ones including Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase.

The United States Postal Service will be closed on Juneteenth, but UPS services will be available for pickup and delivery.

Retailers like Costco, Target, and Walmart will remain open on the holiday, providing opportunities for shopping and celebration.

Communities served by Metro Waste Authority will have their regular garbage and recycling pickup schedules, ensuring environmental services continue as usual.

President Joe Biden officially established Juneteenth as a federal holiday in 2021, recognizing the significance of the day in American history.

Destiny USA, a prominent shopping destination, will operate on regular hours on Juneteenth, welcoming visitors to partake in festivities and enjoy retail offerings.

In Syracuse, libraries will be closed on Juneteenth, while Centro buses will maintain their regular schedules, ensuring transportation services for the community.