Juneteenth events to highlight early Black settlers to North Dakota

By: Michael Achterling

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: June 18, 2026

Words: 662

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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The background of North Dakota’s early settlers was more diverse than many people realize, says one of the organizers of a Juneteenth observance.

An event in Jamestown Friday will feature an in-depth look into the life of Benjamin Hayes, a U.S. Army soldier who arrived in Jamestown in 1882 and spent more than 20 years in service to the community. The presentation will discuss Hayes’ legacy as a Black person in the Dakota Territory …

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