Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth

Let's Do This

Yesterday was Juneteenth - a day that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth is an important day to commemorate and teach children about. Here’s a list of ways to continue the Juneteenth celebration with the youth in your life:

• Help teens (18 years of age or older) register to vote
• Support Black-owned businesses
• Explore Zoom classes from The National Museum of African American History and Culture
• Read a book about Juneteenth
• Encourage youth to talk about history in a way that feels right for them

Stay Inspired

Try some of the suggested ways to celebrate Juneteenth with the youth in your life. Need help explaining the meaning and history of Juneteenth? Check out this video from PBS Kids!