Celebrations are set for June 19 — Juneteenth.  You can read about its history: https://www.history.com/juneteenth

Juneteenth will also be celebrated in Las Cruces on June 19, 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. with a virtual Jazz Festival at https://rebrand.ly/JuneteenthJazz.  Experience the power of jazz, history, and Black Movements with this celebration of Juneteenth and Jazz!  https://www.facebook.com/events/d41d8cd9/juneteenth-jazz-fest/967282847356472/