Kwanzaa
African-American holiday / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kwanzaa is a week long celebration held in the United States to honor universal African heritage and culture. People light a kinara (candle holder with seven candles)[1] and give each other gifts. It takes place from December 26 to January 1 every year. It was created by Maulana Karenga and was first celebrated in 1966 - 1967. Non-African Americans also celebrate Kwanzaa.[2] The holiday greeting is "Joyous Kwanzaa".[3][4][5]
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Kwanzaa | |
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Observed by | African Americans |
Type | Cultural and ethnic |
Significance | Celebrates Black heritage, unity and culture. |
Date | December 26 until January 1 |
Celebrations | Unity Self-Determination Collective Work and Responsibility Cooperative Economics Purpose Creativity Faith |
Related to | Black History Month |
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