The Savannah African Art Museum will host their third annual Kwanzaa Marketplace from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21 in the Museum’s Courtyard, located at 201 East 37^th Street. Each marketplace will feature vendors of the African Diaspora selling various handcrafted items such as jewelry, art, clothing, and more. The vendors’ work will be from or inspired by Africa, African Art, and African culture. 

The Museum’s Kwanzaa Marketplace is a public event for the local and tourism community to celebrate and learn more about the African-American cultural holiday, Kwanzaa, which is based on the African Celebration of “First Fruits.” Kwanzaa is a celebration of family, community, and culture celebrated December 26 – January 1 by millions throughout the African Diaspora. The festivity provides a unique holiday shopping experience that introduces and supports the creative works by local artisans of the African Diaspora.

“It is such a joy to be able to add to our West & Central African Art collection and Pottery exhibit our Annual Kwanzaa Marketplace which is rooted in African tradition and creativity. We look forward to celebrating with old and new friends,” said Education and Outreach Liaison Lisa Jackson. 

To learn more about the marketplace or become a vendor, please visit https://www.savannahafricanartmuseum.org/kwanzaa-marketplace-2024. 

The Savannah African Art Museum is a non-profit institution devoted to spreading awareness and appreciation of African culture. They hold a vast collection of objects that hail from West and Central Africa. The museum's collection spans numerous countries and cultures. For more information about the museum, information on the event, or how to become a vendor, please visit www.savannahafricanartmuseum.org or follow them on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Pinterest using the handle @SavannahAfricanArtMuseum.