ORLANDO, Fla. — Black Friday Orlando hosted a Juneteenth scavenger hunt Friday, on the eve of the first time the day will be recognized as a federal holiday.
The event allowed people to explore Black-owned businesses throughout the city.
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Hundreds of people signed up for the scavenger hunt, working in teams of four to take on historical challenges while learning the history behind Juneteenth, and supporting local Black-owned businesses.
“It’s a great way to see what Black-owned businesses are in the community, as well as learn some history about Orlando,” one participant said.
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The scavenger hunt winner will be able to choose which business will receive money from the Black Friday Orlando grant.
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