The Amistad Rebellion

THE HISTORY OF LA AMISTAD REBELLION AS TOLD THROUGH THE COLLECTION OF THE AMISTAD CENTER FOR ART & CULTURE.

History of Juneteenth

Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was made effective in 1863, it could not be implemented in western states still under Confederate control. It wasn’t until two years later on June 19, 1865, those enslaved in Galveston, Texas learned of their freedom. On that day, Mayor General Gordon Granger came to town with 2,000 Union troops announcing that over 25,000 enslaved black people in Texas were free.

Kwanzaa

Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is a seven-day celebration of Pan-African and African American heritage, culture, and values. It is takes place from December 26 to January 1.