Juneteenth Freedom Celebration

The city of Vancouver and Odyssey World International Education Services will host a Juneteenth celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 15 at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver. Juneteenth is a federal holiday to celebrate the liberation of the last African American slaves in Texas by American soldiers in June of 1865. It signifies a time when America fulfilled its commitment to liberty for all its citizens. Vancouver’s Juneteenth celebration includes live music with LaRhonda Steele and JuJuba, art displays, local vendors and community resources. Learn more at ttjfcvancouver.org.