WHAT: Happy Kwanzaa! Kwanzaa is a time for reaffirming African American people of their ancestors and culture. It’s celebrated with seven nights of candle lighting representing its Seven Guiding Principles: Unity, Self-Determination, Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity and Faith, to honor the values of ancient African cultures and inspire African Americans who are working for progress.  Come join us in celebration of the “first fruits of the harvest.” 

Our Kwanzaa celebration is part of Seasons of Sharing, Houston’s only multicultural holiday exhibit for children spotlighting seven cultural celebrations, on display Nov. 14 through Jan. 10. 

• String of African Flags: Make a string of African flags to decorate a room and celebrate Kwanzaa.
• Kwanzaa Candle: Color, cut and paste your own Kwanzaa candle full of symbolism in the colors of Kwanzaa – black, green and red.
• Kwanzaa Principles: Color your own posters to remind you of the principles behind Kwanzaa.

• Intuitive African Dance and Drum Culture: Spotlight Performance. This traditional African dance and drum troupe will perform in celebration of Kwanzaa.

      Saturday, Dec. 26:  2 p.m.

      Sunday, Dec. 27: 2 p.m.

• MUSEUM HOURS: Tues. – Sat.; 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sun: Noon – 6 p.m.
• Included with general Museum admission: $7 per person and $6 for seniors 65+. Children under 1 and Museum Members receive free admission.
• www.cmhouston.org