Juneteenth Observance

Juneteenth National Independence Day is celebrated annually on June 19^th. This federal holiday is a time to reflect on African American history and how slavery affected our community and nation. During this time, all Hanover town and school buildings will display the Juneteenth flag. Juneteenth marks the anniversary of General Order No. 3, announced by Union Army General Gordon Granger on June 19, 1865, proclaiming freedom for enslaved people in Texas. This day is also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day.

Observance and Closures

In observance of Juneteenth, Hanover town offices and departments, including the Town Hall, Council on Aging, Department of Public Works, Transfer Station, Ames Way, and the John Curtis Free Library, will be closed.

Community Events

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Resources

• Juneteenth.com
• National Archives
• Saint Andrews Church, Hanover, MA