
Celebrating commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States
Juneteenth is the commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. The celebration of June 19, as Black Emancipation Day, originated in Galveston, Texas in 1865. It has

Juneteenth is the commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. The celebration of June 19, as Black Emancipation Day, originated in Galveston, Texas in 1865. It has
Know a Waterbury resident of Puerto Rican descent who has given back to our community? Honor them at the ceremony on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Waterbury City Hall.
Nominations close Friday, July 17, 2026
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