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A celebration of African-American during the Christmas holiday season. Learn about the holiday of Kwanzaa, celebrated over a period of seven days from December 26th to January 1, in this free cultural heritage video.
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A holiday to celebrate African-American cultural heritage. Learn how this holiday got started in this free holiday history video.
Candles and foods for Kwanzaa. Learn about the significance of Kwanzaa symbols in this free holiday history video.
Celebrate the African-American community with these cultural symbols. Learn how to select plants, books and gifts for Kwanzaa in this free holiday history video.
The Kwanzaa principle of umoja focuses on unity of community, nation and race. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
The Kwanzaa principle of Kujichagulia focuses on self-identity and self-determination. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
The Kwanzaa principle of Ujima focuses on keeping communities together with collective work and responsibility. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
The Kwanzaa principle of Ujamaa focuses on building community businesses together. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
The Kwanzaa principle of Nia focuses on community pride. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
The Kwanzaa principle of Kuumba focuses on creativity. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
The Kwanzaa principle of Imani focuses on faith and righteousness. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
Kwanzaa ritual drinks or libations are shared among participants. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
Choose positive and upbeat music for Kwanzaa. Learn about the principles of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
Kwanzaa was not created to replace Christmas. Learn about the myths and misconceptions of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
Gifts are exchanged on last day of Kwanzaa. Learn about Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
This chant is one of the most popular activities for Kwanzaa. Learn about the traditions of Kwanzaa in this free holiday celebration video from an authority on African-American culture.
One of the common misconceptions about Kwanzaa is that it is a religious holiday created to replace Christmas in the African-American community. On the contrary, the seven weeks of Kwanzaa do not start until the day after Christmas, lasting until January 1. Plus Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday, rather a cultural event intended to celebrate the heritage of the African-American community. It was created in 1966 by African-American scholar Ron Karenga to "give Blacks an opportunity to celebrate themselves and history rather than simply imitage the practice of the dominate society."
In this free cultural heritage video, our Kwanzaa authority will guide you through the Kwanzaa celebration, discussing the meaning and translation of the seven principles of Kwanzaa. She will also tell you how to set up symbols for the celebration and let you know how to prepare a feast for the last day. Not sure if and when to exchange gifts? Watch these videos for a thorough introduction to this unique African-American holiday.
Masequa Myers Masequa Myers is the founder and CEO of Masequa Myers & Associates, a full service production and consultation company specializing in the arts and multimedia. Myers’ additional skills include producing, writing, directing, acting, and teaching.dkdk
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