As the holiday season continues and Kwanzaa approaches, the International African American Museum announced Monday their plans for a special event to celebrate the week-long holiday honoring African American culture and heritage.

The museum’s Kwanzaa event, scheduled to take place from December 26 to January 1, will feature a series of activities, workshops, and performances that showcase the seven principles of Kwanzaa, known as the Nguzo Saba. These principles, which are values of African culture, include unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith.

“We are excited to host this special event to celebrate Kwanzaa and the rich cultural heritage of African Americans,” said a spokesperson for the museum. “Our goal is to provide a fun and educational experience for visitors of all ages, while also promoting unity and a sense of community.”

During the event, visitors can expect to enjoy traditional African music and dance performances, art exhibitions, and workshops on African crafts and textiles. There will also be a marketplace featuring local vendors selling handmade crafts, jewelry, and clothing.

One of the highlights of the event will be a special Kwanzaa ceremony, which will take place on December 26. The ceremony will include a lighting of the kinara, a seven-branched candleholder that represents the seven principles of Kwanzaa, as well as music, dance, and spoken word performances.

The International African American Museum’s Kwanzaa event is free and open to the public. Visitors are encouraged to attend and participate in the various activities and workshops, and to learn more about the history and significance of Kwanzaa.

By celebrating Kwanzaa, the museum aims to promote unity and a sense of community among people of African descent, while also educating the broader public about the rich cultural heritage of African Americans.

“We believe that Kwanzaa is an important holiday that celebrates the values and principles that are at the heart of African culture,” said the museum’s spokesperson. “We hope that our event will inspire people to learn more about Kwanzaa and to incorporate its principles into their daily lives.”