Juneteenth is a holiday that commemorates the day when the last enslaved Black people in Texas were freed by Union soldiers on June 19, 1865. Black Americans have celebrated the holiday since 1866, but it was only recognized as a federal holiday in 2021. There are many ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Philadelphia this year, from special museum programs, to block parties, to educational talks. Plus, all of these events are family-friendly!

Lead photo courtesy of Johnson House Historic Site