In Penn Today's article, What to read, watch, and cook for Juneteenth, specialists from Penn Libraries offer seven resources to learn more about and celebrate Juneteenth. Africana Studies librarian Mercy K. Ayilo recommends to read “Juneteenth Texas”:
“Juneteenth Texas” is a 1996 collection of personal essays written from both Black and white perspectives. The essays describe aspects of African American folk culture in Texas, touching on genres of folklore—particularly through songs and stories, with references to performers like blues singer Lightnin’ Hopkins and street musician Bongo Joe.