By Kelli Nesbitt, Parks & Recreation Marketing Coordinator On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers led by Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger landed in Galveston with news the war had ended and the enslaved were free. We invite you and your family to celebrate the Juneteenth national holiday with three free events this month. Read the Blog: Celebrate the Juneteenth national holiday with three commemorative events in College Station