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Kwanzaa at the Wright 2023 at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit

December 26, 2023 - January 01, 2024

Location

Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

315 E. Warren Ave.

Detroit, MI 48202

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Description

Gather at The Wright for an in-person celebration to celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa. There will be a daily kinara lighting ceremony, storytelling and live performances.

Event cost: Free w/ museum admission

Event times: Times vary by date; Dec. 26, 2023-Jan. 1, 2024

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 313-494-5800

Website: https://www.thewright.org/kwanzaa-wright-2022

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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