by Adrienne Farr.
For seven days every year, up to 2 million Americans celebrate Kwanzaa, an African American and Pan African holiday honoring family, community, and culture. Observed from December 26 to January 1, the non-religious holiday is rich in history, meaning, and customs.
Consider this your guide to learning everything about Kwanzaa and how you can celebrate it as a family. What is Kwanzaa?
matunda ya kwanza meaning first fruits.
The seven-day celebration is based on African harvest festivals, which include lots of dancing and music. (Related: Celebrating the Holidays Can Actually Make You Healthier)
Harvest celebrations that influenced Kwanzaa include the Yam Festival, which celebrates the yam harvest, and