Williamsburg was named one of the best places to celebrate Juneteenth by U.S. News & World Report.
The historic town is recognized for its significance in American Black history.
Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery and African American life.
Various Juneteenth events are planned in the Williamsburg area.
A Juneteenth Freedom Celebration will take place at City Square Park on Thursday from noon to 6 p.m.
William & Mary will host its fifth annual Juneteenth celebration in the Sadler Center on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Colonial Williamsburg will hold events on Thursday, including a groundbreaking for the African Baptist Meeting House at 9 a.m. on Nassau Street.
Colonial Williamsburg will also have the public opening of the Williamsburg Bray School at 10 a.m. on Thursday.
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