On Friday, December 26, 2025, The Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosted a traditional opening ceremony welcoming the public to celebrate together for the seven-day cultural holiday, Kwanzaa. For seven days, this non-religious, cultural celebration honoring African heritage begins with the first day, Umoja, which means unity — uniting families, neighborhoods, and the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Celebrates First Day of Kwanzaa with Unity Ceremony at Wisconsin Black Historical Society
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Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 1, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Northcott Neighborhood House Toy Give-away and Holiday Dinner; Kwanzaa at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society; Remembering the late Rev. William Jackson; Remembering community activist Viola "Vi" Hawkins; Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc – Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 1, 2026
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 25, 2025
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Kids in the Kitchen hosts '4th Annual Cookies and Cocoa Caravan'; Employ Milwaukee hosts '1st Annual Rise and Shine: Leaders and Legacy Breakfast'; MPS buildings cleared of lead-paint risks after 10-plus months of work; WNOV Radio and The Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 25, 2025
Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosts opening night of Kwanzaa
On Thursday, December 26, 2024, the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center St., held the opening night Kwanzaa ceremony. Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African American culture and heritage held from December 26 to January 1, culminating in gift-giving and a feast of faith, called Karamu Ya Imani. It celebrates the seven principles of Kwanzaa, or Nguzo Saba. … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosts opening night of Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa: What it really is and how and why it’s celebrated
Every year, around Christmas time, you may hear some black folks talking about celebrating Kwanzaa. many of them jokingly because they don’t know the history or roots behind the holiday. Here’s how it all came about and why celebrating it could be more important than ever. Maulana Karenga created Kwanzaa in 1966, as the first specifically African-American holiday. According … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa: What it really is and how and why it’s celebrated
Milwaukee celebrates the first day of Kwanzaa
On Monday, December 26, 2022, the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 West Center St., presented the 2022 opening ceremony of Kwanzaa, an annual celebration of African American culture held from December 26 to January 1, culminating in gift-giving and a feast of faith, called Karamu Ya Imani. It celebrates the seven principles of Kwanzaa, or Nguzo Saba. The first night is … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates the first day of Kwanzaa
Wisconsin African American Women’s Center hosts final night of Kwanzaa: Imani(Faith)
On Sunday, January 1, 2023, the Wisconsin African American Women's Center hosted the final night of Kwanzaa known at Imani which stands for faith. Each night a different local organization hosted a different aspect of the seven nights. Each night featured traditional rituals, music, dancing, poetry and local vendors selling African themed clothing, art, food and jewelry. … [Read more...] about Wisconsin African American Women’s Center hosts final night of Kwanzaa: Imani(Faith)
Kwanzaa Celebration with Top Ladies of Distinction and Top Teens of America
The Milwaukee Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction and Top Teens of America gathered to celebrate their Annual Kwanzaa festivities on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church, 102 E. Wright St. … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration with Top Ladies of Distinction and Top Teens of America
Hoan Bridge lights up for Kwanzaa
LIGHT THE HOAN! The Hoan Bridge came to life as our community celebrated Kwanzaa on its First Day, Sunday, December 26, 2021, at 642 East Erie Street. The first principle of Kwanzaa honors "UMOJA," which means to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race. The Lighting of the Hoan Bridge Kwanzaa Celebration is a collaboration with Carmen A. … [Read more...] about Hoan Bridge lights up for Kwanzaa
HOAN Celebrates Kwanzaa
LIGHT THE HOAN! See the Hoan Bridge come to life as our community celebrates Kwanzaa on its First Day: Sunday, December 26th at 4:00 P.M., 642 East Erie Street. honoring the first principle of Kwanzaa, "UMOJA" which means to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race! The Lighting of the Hoan Bridge Kwanzaa Celebration is a collaboration with … [Read more...] about HOAN Celebrates Kwanzaa