March 24, 2008
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Free admission
The African American Family Celebration has been a Washington-area multicultural tradition for many years. Visitors enjoy a variety of special family activities, including an Easter egg roll and hunt, crafts, and entertainment ranging from children's dance troupes to costumed characters and storytellers. In addition, we offer an array of delicious food.
This year's live entertainment includes:
- Baba C, storyteller/griot
- Ernie Fields, ventriloquist
- Nanfoule, West African Stilt Walker
- Okerema Asante, World of Percussions/Drums from West Africa
- Smooth and Easy Hand Dance Team
- Seaton Double Dutch Jump Rope Team
- The Amazing Josini, magic show
- Sound Proof, R&B band
- Mutual Agreement, a cappella gospel
- Paramount Men Gospel Choir, gospel ensemble
- Namory Keita, woodcarver from West Africa
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| Zoo researchers offer hands-on science activities for kids. |
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| A wonderful day to relax, enjoy African cuisine, and visit Zoo wildlife |
Admission is free, and this fun-filled day traditionally welcomes thousands of area families.
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Young artists participate in creative arts and crafts projects. |
Fabulous entertainment throughout the day |
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Sponsors receive logo ID on entrance gate banners, in-print ads, website, program, and booth space at the event.
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| Children enjoy the annual Easter egg roll and hunt |
African American Family Celebration will be held rain or shine.
