Juneteenth 2023

Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day within the Black community, is considered the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. This marks the date on June 19, 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to inform people who were enslaved of their freedom.

We invite you to celebrate and learn with us in the weeks leading up to Juneteenth.

Find a Juneteenth event near you

Many cities and businesses are hosting Juneteenth events. Click here to find an event near you!

Read Juneteenth messages

We are excited to feature two messages in honor of Juneteenth. This includes a guest article to allow us the opportunity to learn and reflect and a special message from Arete Living President Sarah Silva. Keep a lookout for these articles this month!

Thank you for honoring Juneteenth as we live out our newest core value of "a culture of respect, belonging, and celebration of diversity."