WXII 12 NEWS. TODAY IS THE FIRST DAY OF KWANZAA. IT IS A SEVEN DAY CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN AMERICAN AND PAN-AFRICAN CULTURE, COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL VALUES. CELEBRATION BEGAN IN 1966, AND IN THE PIEDMONT ...

Kwanzaa begins that day after Christmas — Friday, Dec. 26 — and runs through Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. Is Kwanzaa a federal holiday? Kwanzaa is not recognized as an official federal holiday, which means ...

A young girl in a family setting, illustrating the lived experiences of children and caregivers at the centre of discussions on family, rights and social policy in Africa/AI ILLUSTRATIONAfrica is yet ...

This ivory dress decorated with swirls of handmade fabric rose vines was designed by Ann Lowe. Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Black ...

Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration of African American culture, history, and social values. Created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is a nonreligious and nonpolitical holiday. The celebration runs ...

Travel represents more than geographical movement for African Americans seeking connections to their heritage. By visiting cultural and historical landmarks, travelers gain deeper understanding of the ...

Nestled along the Charleston Harbor, the International African American Museum (IAAM) stands as a powerful tribute to the rich and complex history of African Americans in the United States. Located on ...

The National Museum of African American History and Culture has become a target of the Trump administration. The museum's director has stepped down since the White House began examining its exhibits ...