Festival Sundiata at Seattle Center House on President’s Weekend
Every President’s Day Weekend, the Sundiata African American Cultural Association (SAACA) presents the annual Festival Sundiata, this year with the theme “A Taste of Soul.”
With a commitment to showcase the best artists in the Pacific Northwest, the festival is supported by business and community partnerships that believe in the value of family, intergenerational activities, and opportunities. SAACA provides venue to present the artistic talents of both established and developing artists.
The Association is named after Sundiata Keita, an ancient Malian warrior king, and for 26 years of bringing African/African-America cultural arts to the Seattle area, honoring the heritage, history, culture, and art of African people.
This year’s festival will run February 16-19th, and the Seattle Center House. The event kicks of with traditional African drumming and dancing which you won’t want to miss. Other musical entertainment will include an impressive line up of northwest artists set to entertain with jazz, gospel, rap, hip hop, rhythm & blues, and traditional African music.
In addition to the entertainment, you’ll be able to view art and photography exhibits from established and emerging artists, retail and food merchants, and enjoy a wonderful sense of community. A Children’s Place will also be available for the younger set, featuring hands-on craft tables teaching how to make African inspired dolls, flags, jewelry and masks.
Location: Center House, Seattle Center Campus
Dates & Time: February 16-19th. Friday, 6-8 pm; Saturday and Sunday, noon-8 pm; Monday, noon-5 pm.
Admission: Free
You can find the full schedule of events, including musical performance on the master schedule.
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POSTED IN: Art, Events, Family Fun, Food & Beverage, Music, People Watching, Performing Arts - Theater & Dance
Seattle1/5/09 7:53 PM PST°
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