Juneteenth commemorates the abolishment of slavery in the United States.
“So that people know exactly what happened — what is your history,” said Baldwin County Juneteenth Festival Co-creator Easter Washington. “It’s always best to know your history and that’s what we’re doing here today.”
Jazzlynn Preston told FOX10 News: “I think the Juneteenth is a very festive and wonderful place to be because it is just so fun with all of the people.”Copyright 2023 WALA. All rights reserved.
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