Juneteenth marks the end of slavery across the United States on June 19, 1865. That’s the day when Union soldiers reached Galveston, Texas, with news of the end of the Civil War, and an order enforcing the Emancipation Proclamation signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863.
Here is a look at what’s open and closed around the Lehigh Valley in observance on Friday:
Federal government and courts: All nonessential federal government offices and courts are closed.
State, county, and local government: State offices in Pennsylvania are closed.
County offices: Lehigh and Northampton County offices are closed.
U.S. Postal Service: No mail delivery Friday, resumes Saturday.
UPS and FedEx: Open on Friday.
Department of Motor Vehicles: All driver’s license and photo centers will be closed Friday. Customers can still access driver and vehicle products and services, including all forms, publications and driver training manuals, online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv.pa.gov.
Financial markets: The New York Stock Exchange and most banks and financial institutions are closed Friday. Generally, ATMs and online services are still available.
Grocery stores: Grocery stores in the area will be open.
Major retailers: Many retailers will be open.
PA Wine and Spirit stores: Stores will be open normal hours.
Trash pickup: Check with municipality or your local trash hauler.
Libraries: Check with your local library for hours.