Wèrèwèrèya: The Return

Celebrating 35 Years of Transformation, Culture & Legacy

Join us Labor Day Weekend for the 2025 African Festival of the Arts – a powerful homecoming of rhythm, art, spirit, and community.

🗓️ August 30 – September 1, 2025
📍Sunken Garden, DuSable Museum– Chicago

100 curated vendors offering art, fashion, food, crafts, and more from across the Diaspora

Vibrant sights, sounds, and tastes that reflect the rhythms and spirit of African heritage

Dynamic stages with nonstop entertainment, showcasing the full arc of African Diaspora music and performance

Juneteenth Community Organizing Teach-in

Join us for an engaging, discussion-based workshop led by educator and organizer Arthur Dennis, featuring “The Chair” — a powerful political education exercise that reveals how systems divide us and how we can reclaim power through collective action.

Learn how to organize around healthcare justice, build solidarity, and turn awareness into impact.

Hosted by: Africa International House, Young Democrats of Chicago, Kenwood UCC, and others
🍽️ Doors open at 11:30 AM for lunch | Program begins at 12:00 PM sharp

FAQs

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What is Africa International House USA, Inc.?

AIH is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago that promotes and preserves the cultures and traditions of the African diaspora through events, education, and community engagement.

Can school or community groups visit the exhibitions?

Absolutely! AIH encourages educational engagement. Contact the team directly to arrange a visit or guided tour.

What is the African Festival of the Arts (AFA)?

The African Festival of the Arts is AIH’s flagship event—a four-day outdoor celebration held annually in Washington Park, Chicago. It features art, music, food, fashion, and culture from across the African diaspora.

Where can I view the art exhibitions featured by AIH?

AIH curates and presents art exhibitions at various venues and special events. Check the Art Exhibitions section of the website for current and upcoming showcases.