Read the original article on Purewow. In 1966, activist and professor Dr. Maulana Karenga created Kwanzaa to build unity and a stronger connection to African history within the Black community.

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 ...

On Dec. 26, millions throughout the world’s African community will start weeklong celebrations of Kwanzaa. There will be daily ceremonies with food, decorations and other cultural objects, such as the ...

As a child, Kellee White Whilby celebrated Kwanzaa a few times with her family in Delaware. Now, as a mom to 2-year-old Gabrielle, she wants her daughter to learn much more about the African American ...

Kwanzaa begins annually on Tuesday, Dec. 26. Its last day is Monday, Jan. 1. Here’s how you can celebrate in the Triangle. NEWS & OBSERVER FILE PHOTO We’re putting together a list of Kwanzaa ...

Kwanzaa is rapidly approaching and while the holiday hit peak popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, millions of Black Americans continue to celebrate each year. The relatively new holiday is primarily ...

For storytellers such as DeCee Cornish who promote African culture, the increasing popularity of Kwanzaa is a double-edge sword. Kwanzaa s popularity has risen dramatically over the past 10 years – ...

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Over 40 years ago, what started as a group of passionate people celebrating a relatively new holiday has grown into the 'Kwanzaa Cooperative'. The organization's ...