This day not only commemorates freedom from slavery but also celebrates the broader ideals of liberty and justice that America strives to uphold. There are many ways to observe National Freedom Day.

February 1 marks two important dates for Black people in America—while most associate it with the start of Black History Month, this day is also known as National Freedom Day. Today is also the ...

ST. LOUIS — In addition to being the first day of Black History Month, Wednesday, Feb. 1 is National Freedom Day. On that day in 1865, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Thirteenth Amendment ...