Mayor Justin Wilson, City Of Alexandria | City Of Alexandria website
Mayor Justin Wilson, City Of Alexandria | City Of Alexandria website
The Alexandria Black History Museum is set to host a day of activities on Saturday, December 14, focusing on African American culture and the traditions of Kwanzaa. The event promises educational and engaging experiences for families.
The morning will begin with "Story Time for Little Historians" from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., featuring storytellers who will share books written by and about African American people and other communities of color. This program is free and aims to provide cultural enrichment for children aged 5–8.
Following this, at 11 a.m., the museum will conduct the "2024 Kwanzaa How-To Workshop." This interactive session will explore the origins, principles, and practices of Kwanzaa through activities such as a candle-lighting ceremony, food tastings inspired by Kwanzaa traditions, craft ideas, and decorating tips. Tickets for this workshop are priced at $3 per person, with reservations recommended via https://shop.alexandriava.gov/Events.aspx.
Kwanzaa is a seven-day cultural celebration that starts on December 26 and ends on January 1. It was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga to reaffirm African American heritage and community bonds. The workshop will focus on the holiday’s seven guiding principles: Unity (Umoja), Self-Determination (Kujichagulia), Collective Work and Responsibility (Ujima), Cooperative Economics (Ujamaa), Purpose (Nia), Creativity (Kuumba), and Faith (Imani).
For more information about these events or disability accommodations, contact Nicole Quinn at historicalexandria@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.4554. Language interpretation services are available upon request by emailing LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or calling 703-746-3960.
Media inquiries can be directed to the Office of Communications & Community Engagement at newsroom@alexandriava.gov or by calling 703.746.3969.
The Office of Historic Alexandria manages eight museums along with historic sites, archives, archaeology tours, exhibits, and public programs aimed at preserving Alexandria's history while promoting equity and inclusion initiatives in the city.
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