06/19/2026
On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston to read General Order No. 3, informing enslaved Texans that they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had already been signed. That day became Juneteenth, the longest running African American holiday in the country, and it started right here in Texas.
Juneteenth has grown into a day for celebrating not only freedom, but also history, culture, and achievement. Here in , we take time today to reflect on that history and celebrate the resilience, contributions, and culture of our community. Take a moment to learn, connect with neighbors, and join in the celebrations happening across Fort Bend County today.