Kwanzaa is a week-long holiday dedicated to celebrating African culture and traditions, observed annually from December 26 to January 1. Proposed by African-American leader Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa was first celebrated between December 1966 and January 1967,

In the heart of the community, the annual Kwanzaa celebration brought together neighbors, families, and creatives to honor African heritage and culture.

Christmas may be over, but there are still other cultural and religious celebrations taking place this week across the Delaware Valley.