The Center for African Diaspora Dance held its Kwanzaa festival. The event included dance demonstrations, a Kwanzaa history lesson and a marketplace featuring vendors of African diaspora. Organizers say it’s a celebration of life.  

“Keeping these traditions alive, keeping the culture alive is about introducing pride, determination and tradition into for people of color,” said Kendra Ross, Senior Program Manager, Center for African Diaspora Dance.

The holiday was first celebrated in 1966. It begins on December 26th, and ends on New Year's Day.