Meet Lizzy, a girl who learned to sew from her mother and used the skill to gain her freedom. Lizzy was so talented she was sought after by many including Mrs. Lincoln (President Abraham Lincoln's wife). She went on to accomplish extraordinary feats including hiring other women in her dress shop, writing an autobiography, and becoming the head of Sewing at Wilberforce University.

A board book about America's newest holiday.

Learn about the first state to free their enslaved and other important events leading up to Emancipation.

Starts with a country divided and the start of the Civil War on April 12, 1861. Ends with the Juneteenth timeline and things to think about.

Discover early celebrations of freedom and how Juneteenth is celebrated today.

Follow the incredible journey of a 22 year-old who resisted the President of the United States and remained a fugitive for over 50 years.

Learn where the name "Juneteenth" came from and the history behind the new federal holiday.