Wednesday is Juneteenth, a holiday to recognize and remember the abolition of slavery in the United States.
Minnesotans across the state are observing the holiday, including the Rondo community in Saint Paul. Its fourth annual Juneteenth celebration will be held at the Rondo Commemorative Plaza on Wednesday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The Rondo Center of Diverse Expressions is hosting the event and its president, Marvin Anderson, joined Minnesota Now to share more about upcoming celebrations.
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