

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Watoto wa Utamaduni Lab
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Watoto wa Utamaduni Lab ni mkutano mmoja wa karibu kujifunza na kusherehekea tamaduni zetu!About this EventYMI 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 IncludeFashionKiswahili language engagementSweetgrass basket exhibitStorytellingHip hop danceStep classColoring competitionLiving Black History MuseumDoll makingDJ-ing classesArt classesScience LabActivities are designed to support a variety of learning styles and age ranges.What to ExpectHands-on, interactive learning experiencesCreative and cultural explorationMovement, music, and storytellingFamily-centered and youth-friendly environmentA celebration of Black history through living cultureGood to KnowYouth of all ages are welcomeChildren should be accompanied by a parent or guardianThis is a free community eventActivities may rotate throughout the event timeThe YMI Cultural Center is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating African American history, culture, and community through education, arts, and intergenerational engagement.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/asheville/watoto-wa-utamaduni-lab/100001982485786354
- **Event Categories**: black-history-month, workshops, contests, dance, art, entertainment, storytelling, dance-competition
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Asheville
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: YMI Cultural Center
- **lat**: 35.59383869999999
- **long**: -82.5500749
- **full address**: YMI Cultural Center, 39 South Market Street, Asheville, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: YMI Cultural Center (https://allevents.in/org/ymi-cultural-center/26898289)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** YMI Cultural Center, 39 South Market Street, Asheville, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** YMI Cultural Center
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** black-history-month, workshops, contests, dance, art, entertainment, storytelling, dance-competition
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Watoto wa Utamaduni Lab ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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