Each year, as December unfolds, we gather to celebrate Kwanzaa, a beautiful holiday that honors African-American culture and heritage. At its heart lies the Kinara, a seven-branched candleholder, each candle symbolizing a guiding principle: Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Coopera

The Ceremonial Stand, a central object of Kwanzaa, holds seven flames, each representing one of the Nguzo Saba – the seven principles. Starting on the first day of Kwanzaa, families gather to light the first candle, Umoja (Unity), a time to affirm the importance of togetherness and common purpose. As the days progress, each subsequent principle �

Kwanzaa is a celebration of African-American heritage and culture. The holiday lasts for seven days, from December 26th to January January the first. During this time, families gather together to kindle the kinara, a seven-branched candleholder, and celebrate each day with special traditions. Each night, the new candle is kindled, representing an