The Juneteenth flag, created in 1997 by Ben Haith, features red, white, and blue colors to symbolize the American heritage of Black Americans. The flag includes a star representing Texas as the Lone Star state and the freedom of enslaved citizens. The design also incorporates a nova outline and a curved red arch to signify new beginnings and a new horizon for Black Americans. Juneteenth, now a federal holiday, commemorates the emancipation of slaves in Texas in 1865 and serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial progress in America.