Since its founding in 1966, Kwanzaa has become a national celebration of African culture and community in the United States. It is also celebrated in countries with large populations of African descent. The holiday, which serves as a national community event that strengthens self-determination and unity in the face of oppression, spans seven days, from the day after Christmas to New Year's Day. It is celebrated at large city-sponsored events as well as in smaller communities and homes across the country. Kwanzaa has grown in popularity in the decades since its founding and is celebrated by 3% of the country, according to a 2019 AP-NORC survey. Former presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama have all issued statements commemorating the holiday, and in 1997, the U.S. Postal Service began issuing Kwanzaa stamps. It is not recognized as a federal holiday.
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Kwanzaa: the celebration of African America!
Since its founding in 1966, Kwanzaa has become a national celebration of African culture and community in the United States. It is also celebrated in countries with large populations of African descent.
Published on 20 December 2024