History Happy Hour: The Purpose of Kwanzaa

Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the program.

Free Program. Additional opportunities available to support IHS as we continue collecting, preserving, and sharing Indiana’s history.

Stay connected with the stories of your state while you are at home. Bring your own beverage and join us for a series of  insightful conversations with some of Indiana’s most interesting scholars.

Kwanzaa brings family together around food, fruit, light and gifts to celebrate African heritage in America. Join Mashariki Jywanza and Sibeko Jywanza of the Indianapolis Kwanzaa Committee for a conversation on the traditions and history of this event and learn how all families can join in the festivities.  

Presented in partnership with the Center for Black Literature & Culture at the Indianapolis Public Library and the Indianapolis Kwanzaa Committee. History Happy Hour made possible with support from Lake City Bank.