06/19/2026
Today, Norfolk Collegiate is closed in observance of Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day.
Observed annually on June 19, Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and informed enslaved African Americans of their freedom—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued.
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, resilience, culture and community. It is also an opportunity to reflect on our nation's history and continue learning from it.
Did you know? The color red is often associated with Juneteenth and symbolizes strength, sacrifice and resilience. The Juneteenth flag, featured here, was designed in 1997 by Ben Haith and represents a new beginning and the enduring promise of freedom for all Americans.
You can learn more about Juneteenth by visiting the National Museum of African American History and Culture's website, https://nmaahc.si.edu/juneteenth