Juneteenth 1956

Tuesday, 19 June 1956

Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, is a United States federal holiday observed on 19 June commemorating the end of slavery in 1865 and celebrating African American freedom, culture, and history.

Frequently asked questions

When is Juneteenth 1956?
Juneteenth 1956 is on Tuesday, 19 June 1956.
What day of the week is Juneteenth 1956?
It falls on Tuesday.
How is Juneteenth calculated?
This event is observed every year on 19 June.