Emancipation Parade
The District of Columbia hosts a parade in honor the signing of the DC Compensated Emancipation Act of April 16, 1862, which freed 3,100 enslaved persons and ended slavery in the District.
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Mar 23 2026
(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser is inviting residents and visitors...
Apr 11 2025
(Washington, DC) – On Wednesday April 16, District Government will observe the DC...
Apr 9 2025
(Washington, DC) – On Sunday, April 13, Mayor Muriel Bowser will host the District’s...
Apr 10 2024
(Washington, DC) – Starting on Sunday, April 14, Mayor Muriel Bowser will kick off annual DC...
Apr 7 2017
(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser kicked off the celebration of the 155th...
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Phone: (202) 727-6306
