Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration primarily held in the United States that honors African heritage in African-American culture. On each day of Kwanzaa, a different principle is reflected upon such as Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Kuumba (creativity) and more.
Here is a list of ways to celebrate Kwanzaa this season in Columbus (we will add more as information becomes available):
Kwanzaa 614 at the Ohio History Center
Kwanzaa 614 at the Ohio History Center
Dec. 28 & 29
Head to the Ohio History Center for a citywide celebration of Kwanzaa. This free, family-friendly event spans two days and includes African drumming, music, dance, crafts and more as guests observe the Ujima and Ujaama principles. Get tickets.
Kwanzaa Playground in Olde Towne East
Kwanzaa Playground at English Park
Open daily
Visit Ohio's first Africentric arts-inspired playground in Columbus' Olde Towne East neighborhood. Created in 1995, this play space features positive African-American images demonstrating the phrase, "it takes a village to raise a child." Perhaps some of the most notable features are the ceramic tiles circling the play areas created by school students. Contributing artists include Andrew Scott, Barbara Chavous, Queen Brooks, Bill Agnew, Larry Winston Collins, Pheoris West and LaVerne Brown.
Our staff will add more Kwanzaa events as information becomes available!
