DC was only part of the U.S. to pay off slave owners for freeing enslaves persons they held.

Thousands turned out Sunday to partake in D.C.’s parade marking Emancipation Day, the day in 1862 that 3,000 enslaved people ...

Thousands celebrate DC Emancipation Day with a parade, live entertainment, and fireworks, marking the 20th anniversary of the public holiday.

WASHINGTON — Wednesday marks emancipation day in D.C., a day commemorating when slavery was abolished in the District in 1862. D.C. locals say Emancipation Day is a time to celebrate the ...