Many traditions trace their roots back to West African customs, where nature, including flowers, was seen as a bridge between the physical and spiritual worlds.

African mud painting or bogolanfini is a traditional art form that employs natural materials to create intricate designs ...

See About archive blog posts. Weaving a link between American history and the African folk art of basket making is the focus of a trio of exhibits at UCLA’s Fowler Museum.

The ancient wisdom of African traditions is reshaping global approaches to health and wellness, offering solutions that bridge centuries-old practices with modern needs. From the bustling streets ...

This work is on view in "Sand, Ash, Heat: Glass" at the New Orleans Museum of Art alongside examples of beading traditions from other African, Indigenous North American and New Orleans artists.

Juneteenth, recognized each June 19, commemorates the day when slaves in Texas learned they were free. Today, the historic moment is commemorated within the African-American community with ...

A ritual that I can readily relate to comes from the Yoruba tradition. The Yoruba are an ethnic group that live in western African, mostly Nigeria, and total about 44 million people! They have ...

African tradiitons have been corrupted over many years by the influence of Western values, with its emphasis on materialism. The corruption is particularly marked in the urban areas of South ...

This article will explore some of the most significant African-American Easter traditions, including the history behind Easter Sunday fashion choices, the cultural significance of ham as an Easter ...

His latest cookbook, "Afro-Vegan: Farm-Fresh African, Caribbean & Southern Flavors Remixed" (Ten Speed Press, 2014), includes not just recipes and photos, for instance, but recommendations for ...