Celebrate Kwanzaa with us!

What is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaa (or Kwaanza) is a week-long festival primarily honoring African American heritage. Kwanzaa consists of seven days of celebration, featuring activities such as candle-lighting and pouring of libations, and culminating in a feast and gift-giving. It was created by Dr. Maulana Karenga (also known as Ron Everett), and first celebrated in 1966-67. Karenga calls Kwanzaa the African American branch of “first fruits” celebrations of classical African cultures.

• When is Kwanzaa celebrated?
  December 26 – January 1
• When was the first Kwanzaa celebration?
  December 1966
• Who started Kwanzaa?
  Kwanzaa was created and developed by Dr. Maulana Karenga.
• Is Kwanzaa a religious holiday?
  No, Kwanzaa is an African-American cultural holiday.
• What are the seven principles?
  The seven principles (Nguzo Saba) are: Unity (Umoja), Self-determination (Kujichagulia), Collective Work and Responsibility (Ujima), Cooperative Economics (Ujamaa), Purpose (Nia), Creativity (Kuumba) and Faith (Imani).

(Kwanzaa Q&A taken from Kwanzaaland.com )

Visit the Official Kwanzaa Website for further reading.