Kwanzaa was founded in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga to celebrate African-Americans' cultural heritage. It is now observed by millions, including many in Bergen County’s African-American community.

Kwanzaa was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga to celebrate African American cultural heritage and traditional values. Organizers say it has been 10 years since they held the annual event ...

Eldridge Tucker credited Dr. Maulana Karenga, creator of Kwanzaa, for his widespread effort to reclaim African heritage within the United States. “Dr. Maulana Karenga felt like we needed to ...

"Kwanzaa was founded by Dr. [Maulana] Karenga in 1968, and every year from December 26 to January 1, each day's Kwanzaa principles are discussed and celebrated," said Dr. Jeter Fonee Jones Giles ...

FLINT, MI -- Established in 1966, Kwanzaa was created by Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor and chairman of Black Studies at California State University, during a time of tension to unite the African ...

Kwanzaa is a yearly celebration of African-American culture and heritage. It starts from December 26 to January 1. Founded by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, a professor and activist, Kwanzaa was ...

Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor of Africana studies, Kwanzaa draws inspiration from first harvest celebrations across Africa while establishing its own unique cultural significance.

Kwanzaa is observed from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1. It was first established in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, an African American professor and activist aiming to reconnect the African American community ...

Organizers are looking forward to the largest Kwanzaa celebration on the Space Coast this coming week, as many in the Black community take part in the holiday as a way to celebrate their cultural ...

Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor and chair of the department of Africana Studies at California State University, Long Beach, created Kwanzaa in 1966 during the Black Freedom Movement. The origins of ...