The Wakanda Celebration, a nonprofit organization, will be back for its fourth annual celebration of African culture Sept. 4 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The outdoor event at Luangisa African Gallery, 374 Hawthorne Terrace in Mount Vernon will be hosted by gallery founder Rose Luangisa who will be joined by speakers, artists, musical guests and authentic African food.
Born in Bukoba, Tanzania, Luangisa came to the U.S. in 1987 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems and an MBA from Iona College. She opened her gallery in 1996 and over the past 25 years, she”™s showcased artifacts and other crafts, which are symbolic of Africa”™s rich cultural heritage.
For more information about the event, sponsorship opportunities or how to volunteer, visit https://www.wakandacelebration.org/.
Free tickets are available and donations will be accepted at the entrance of the celebration to support the event and the nonprofit gallery.
