About this Event
YMI Cultural Center presents Watoto wa Utamaduni Lab!
Watoto wa Utamaduni is a Kiswahili phrase meaning “Children of Culture.”
The Watoto wa Utamaduni Lab is a dynamic, hands-on Black History Month experience designed for youth and families to learn through creativity, movement, exploration, and play.
This immersive program engages Black history as something living, relevant, and joyful, while honoring the many ways children learn—tactile, interactive, imaginative, and collaborative.
Families are invited to enjoy a meaningful Saturday experience that centers culture, curiosity, and community.
Activities Include
Fashion
Kiswahili language engagement
Sweetgrass basket exhibit
Storytelling
Hip hop dance
Step class
Coloring competition
Living Black History Museum
Doll making
DJ-ing classes
Art classes
Science Lab
Activities are designed to support a variety of learning styles and age ranges.
What to Expect
- Hands-on, interactive learning experiences
- Creative and cultural exploration
- Movement, music, and storytelling
- Family-centered and youth-friendly environment
- A celebration of Black history through living culture
Good to Know
- Youth of all ages are welcome
- Children should be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- This is a free community event
- Activities may rotate throughout the event time
The YMI Cultural Center is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating African American history, culture, and community through education, arts, and intergenerational engagement.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
YMI Cultural Center, 39 South Market Street, Asheville, United States
USD 0.00
