The Ride That Remembers: On Juneteenth, Black Cowboys, and the Tradition of Freedom on Horseback

Black cowboy in a white hat leaning against a red rodeo fence, reflecting on tradition and heritage at a livestock arena.

What can a horse teach us about freedom, heritage, and community? This Juneteenth reflection explores the enduring legacy of Black cowboys, the history of Black rodeos, and the cultural traditions that have celebrated freedom on horseback for generations. Through personal experiences with mustang training, visits to historic Black Western sites, and the living traditions of […]