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State landmarks to illuminate red, black & green in celebration of Juneteenth

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Thu, Jun 19th 2025 10:40 am

15 landmarks to be lit statewide at governor’s direction to commemorate end of slavery in US

Submitted by the Office of Gov. Kathy Hochul

Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced that landmarks across New York will be illuminated red, black and green tonight, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

“Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history: the end of slavery and the beginning of a continued struggle for true equality,” Hochul said. “This commemoration is both a celebration and a call to action as we continue to confront injustice and build a more just and equitable future for all New Yorkers.”

The landmarks to be lit in recognition of Juneteenth include:

  • One World Trade Center
  • Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
  • Kosciuszko Bridge
  • The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building
  • State Education Building
  • Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
  • Empire State Plaza
  • State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center
  • Niagara Falls
  • The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge
  • Grand Central Terminal – Pershing Square Viaduct
  • Albany International Airport Gateway
  • MTA LIRR – East End Gateway at Penn Station
  • Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal
  • Moynihan Train Hall
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