Celebrate Kwanzaa with the Children’s Museum of Manhattan!
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Performance: Griots in Concert presents Kwanzaa – A Time to Celebrate
Storyteller Linda H. Humes and friends celebrate Kwanzaa with interactive stories, music, and song, and a special Kwanzaa ceremony.
Saturday, December 28 | 11:00 am & 12:00 pm | Drop-in | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Performance: Asase Yaa’s Illuminate the Principles
Illuminate the Principles is an interactive concert and dance that explores the Nguzo Saba (seven principles of Kwanzaa). Families learn about different African and African diasporic instruments, dances, folktales, and songs in this interactive and lively show!
Sunday, December 29 | 11:00 am & 12:00 pm | Drop-in | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Adrinka Symbol Screenprinting
Adinkra symbols originated in present-day Ghana and the Ivory Coast. Beyond their beautiful designs, they can also convey ancient traditional wisdom. Learn about the importance of these symbols and make your own print!
Saturday & Sunday, December 28 – 29 | 2:00 pm – 4:15 pm | Drop-in | Ages 5 & up | 1st Floor | Makerspac
Kwanzaa Felt Play
Learn about the traditions and harvest fruits of Kwanzaa on our special Kwanzaa felt board!
Saturday & Sunday, December 28 – 29 | 11:15 am – 12:30 pm & 2:00 pm – 3:45 pm | Drop-in | Ages 4 & younger | 3rd Floor | PlayWorks
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