Town of Hanover Juneteenth Observance 6/19/23

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 announcement of General Order No. 3 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 on Monday, June 19^th, Hanover town offices and departments, including the Town Hall, Council on Aging, Department of Public Works, and the John Curtis Free Library will be closed. Normally scheduled hours will resume on Tuesday, June 20^th.

The Hanover Transfer Station and the Ames Way Brush Pile will reopen on Tuesday, June 20^th.

Resources

• Juneteenth.com
• GovInfo
• National Archives