Town of Hanover Juneteenth Observance, June 19, 2024

Juneteenth Flag

Juneteenth National Independence Day is celebrated annually on June 19th. 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

On Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of Juneteenth, 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 Thursday, June 20th.

The Hanover Transfer Station and the Ames Way Brush Pile will reopen on Friday, June 21st.

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