Tomorrow, the week-long celebration of Kwanzaa begins. Created in 1966 by an African American political activist and scholar named Maulana Karenga, it celebrates seven core principals, called Nguzo Saba. While Kwanzaa has become a mainstream commercial event in the U.S. (think pricey greeting cards and festive accessories) some surveys suggests that only about one-sixth of all African Americans actually observe the day. But those who do, usually sing the day's praises. Joining Tom in the studio to tell us about how her family celebrates Kwanzaa is Kafi Harrington. She and her husband, CheisGarrus, and their son, Zaire Garrus live in Reservoir Hill.
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History and Culture holds their annual Kwanzaa celebration on Sunday afternoon at 1:00. They’ll be a showcase of contemporary African fashion, a performance by the fantastic Sankofa Dance Theater, and story-telling by one of the greats: Maria Broom.
