history. family. tradition.
A Family’s Celebration
Get a front-row seat to how one family observes Kwanzaa from a modern perspective.
Learn More
Doesn’t matter if you’ve joined a celebration or encounter Kwanzaa for the first time, our goal is to help you learn and explore more about this Black family tradition.
Practice
Ever been curious to start observing the practice of Kwanzaa? Check out our resources to implement your own practice!
Knowing one’s history
Nancy Jamall had one goal - for her triplets to know more about their history. Celebrating Kwanzaa helped her teach her kids the power of their past, so they could embrace their future to their fullest potential. Kwanzaa Days is a peek into what motivated Nancy to start the practice of Kwanzaa for her family, and how her and her husband bring pride and purpose into their family’s holiday season as Muslim Americans.
Learn together
Growing up, the practice of Kwanzaa helped Kalilah feel connected to the holiday season. It was exciting to teach people about the observance, but what gave Kalilah a true sense of belonging was encountering people who already knew a little bit about the holiday. Explore Kwanzaa Days to increase your inclusive knowledge and mutual curiosity regarding a tradition recognized by Black Americans around the United States.
