Flowers have long been a powerful form of expression in African American culture, carrying deep meanings in celebrations, ...

*Kwanzaa is a week-long holiday dedicated to celebrating African culture and traditions, observed annually from December 26 to January 1. Proposed by African-American leader Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa ...

While some are recouping from that Christmas cheer another holiday is getting started around the world and right here in West Michigan. Thursday kicked off day one of Kwanzaa, which is a week-long ...

The soul-shattering abuses suffered by enslaved Africans, who were forcibly stripped of their languages, religions and other key aspects of their culture, were fortunately no match for their ...

As you travel through the African diaspora, it can be hard to ignore similarities and familiarity between the cuisines. For example, venture to New Orleans for its iconic jambalaya, and you will ...

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – As families travel to visit relatives and friends this holiday season, the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives (GRAAMA) hosted its annual Kwanzaa celebration in Grand ...

SURVIVORS CAN FIND STRENGTH TOGETHER. 739 NOW AND TODAY YOU CAN EXPERIENCE SOUNDS, SIGHTS AND THE TASTES OF AFRICAN CULTURE RIGHT HERE IN DOWNTOWN OMAHA. THAT’S FOR THE ANNUAL AFRO FEST. KETV ...

Each year millions of people throughout the country celebrate Juneteenth. The holiday, made official in 2021, is the perfect time to uphold sacred traditions and give thanks to the ancestors who have ...

The 19th annual Dayton African American Cultural Festival brings themes of celebration, heritage and tradition to the forefront this weekend at Island MetroPark. In today’s Ideas & Voices, ...

The African Students Association at Arizona State University creates a space for people of all backgrounds to celebrate Black history throughout the year. Naomi Inegbenedion, a sophomore studying ...

While respect for and adherence to culture and values are deeply embedded in African society, the tendency for deference and not challenging authority or convention harms entrepreneurship on the ...