The purpose of Kwanzaa is to celebrate African American heritage, family and community. Each segment of The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa focuses on the specific principle of that day and sheds ...

The free event highlighted traditional African American customs and focused on the seven principles of Kwanzaa: Umoja (Unity) Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) Ujima (Collective Work and ...

Kwanzaa, which honors African American and Pan-African culture and traditions, is celebrated from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, The seven-night celebration stretches across millions of homes and communities ...

There are seven principles associated with the holiday, "drawn from communitarian values found throughout the African continent," the museum said. "Kwanzaa is a time for families and communities ...

The holiday was created in 1966 by activist Maulana Karenga and revolves around seven principles or community values. KENYA PARHAM: We've been celebrating Kwanzaa my entire life. MCCAMMON ...