The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office announces that its administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth National Independence Day holiday.

While administrative operations will pause in recognition of the holiday, patrol and communications divisions will continue daily operations without interruption to ensure public safety.

In the event of an emergency, please dial 911.

For non-emergencies, residents may contact the NPSO at (318) 357-7850.

What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19, commemorates the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and informed enslaved African Americans that they were free—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. The day has since become a celebration of African American Freedom. In 2021, Juneteenth was officially recognized as a federal holiday.

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office encourages everyone to celebrate responsibly and reflect on the historical significance of this important day.