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Galveston’s Reedy Chapel, where enslaved Texans first heard the news of their freedom on Juneteenth 1865, kicked off its 160th annual celebration with a powerful blend of history, community, and hope—featuring a seminar, block party, and reenactment march. Visitors like Richard Gabriel brought families to honor the legacy, while leaders like Tulsa’s first Black mayor Monroe Nichols and Pearland’s Quentin Wiltz joined the festivities, underscoring Juneteenth’s enduring relevance. Across Galveston, music, parades, and gatherings turned the city into a living tribute to freedom, resilience, and the ongoing fight for equality.

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