Each year of my childhood, the International African Arts Festival marked the beginning of summer in Brooklyn. “The Festival,” as it is known endearingly has always been an uplifting, creative and empowering atmosphere for people of the African Diaspora. The sweet fragrance of incense, the aromatic spices of cooked food and the rhythmic pulse of drums are just a small part of the lure of, “The Festival’s” exciting family experience. This year’s theme is NDUNGA Justifier/Justice (Congo). For a donation of $3 per adult and $1 per child you can enjoy an ongoing celebration of African music, dance, drumming and fashion for the entire family. There are children’s rides, games and an amazing vendor marketplace. Hosted at Commodore Barry Park (Navy Street Brooklyn, NY 11205), The 42 Annual International African Arts Festival is fun from 10:00am-9:00pm rain or shine, Thursday, July 4, 2013 – Sunday, July 7, 2013. Come ready to connect with people from all over the world. Check out the images below for details.
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