DiasporaDNA Story Center

An intentional reset - free literary & mindfulness experienceJoin DiasporaDNA Story Center for a transformative journey where literary, cultural, and spiritual wisdom from the past meets mindfulness practices for today.Explore the Montgomery Collection enjoy a gentle Waterfront Walk, and engage in mindful journaling, affirmations, collage, and “Sorrow to Strength” rituals.Part of the Being Human Festival (US), running April 17–May 3, “Ancestral Wisdom for A Weary World” is one of 23 community events across the country supported by the National Humanities Center. This festival celebrates the humanities’ power to add depth and meaning to our lives, help us understand ourselves and

A collective care day of meditation, yoga, and ritual along the river—grounding, releasing, and restoring together in community.Join us for a restorative, embodied gathering centered on meditation, yoga, and ritual practice as pathways to grounding, release, and collective renewal. Set along the Delaware River, this experience invites participants into a shared space of slowing down and returning to the body as a site of memory, healing, and care.Rooted in May’s theme of Liberatory Care: Rest, Repair, and Collective Sustainability, this program reframes well-being as a communal practice rather than an individual pursuit. Participants are invited to move through guided meditation,

A joyride through Philly Festivals and their history - climb onboard!Hop aboard our vibrant festival bus tour and experience Philadelphia’s living cultural archives in motion! From hidden gems and historic venues to the heartbeat of community joy and resistance, this guided journey celebrates the festivals that make our city unforgettable. The Save Philly Festivals Tour hops through the city's best block parties, cultural festivals, food scenes, and live music moments — all in one unforgettable joy ride.Itinerary:Save Philly Festivals Tour: Black Creativity Field Trip Saturday, July 11 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Departs Cherry Street PierTransit: Street Parking is

Mandela Day Art'Ventures is HERE and it's giving purpose, paint, and a playlist.The United Nations officially declared July 18th Mandela Day, calling on people everywhere to dedicate 67 minutes of service and intention to their communities - one minute for each of the 67 years Mandela devoted his life to the freedom of others.Join DiasporaDNA Story Center on Friday, July 17th from 6–9PM for an evening that celebrates one of history's greatest freedom fighters through art therapy, aromatherapy, South African bites & sips, Mandela trivia, and an Afrobeats & Amapiano soundtrack that'll have you moving between rounds.Craft your own scented

Mandela Day Art'Ventures is HERE and it's giving purpose, paint, and a playlist.The United Nations officially declared July 18th Mandela Day, calling on people everywhere to dedicate 67 minutes of service and intention to their communities - one minute for each of the 67 years Mandela devoted his life to the freedom of others.Join DiasporaDNA Story Center on Saturday, August 1st from 6–9PM for an evening that celebrates one of history's greatest freedom fighters through art therapy, aromatherapy, South African bites & sips, Mandela trivia, and an Afrobeats & Amapiano soundtrack that'll have you moving between rounds.Craft your own scented

A joyride through Philly Festivals and their history - climb onboard!Save Philly Festivals Bus Tour: The Ultimate Festival Hopping Joy RideLet’s celebrate Philly’s unstoppable spirit! This is more than a tour — it’s a vibrant journey through the heart of our city’s festivals. Powered by people, fueled by culture, music, food, and community ties. Come keep the vibes high - See, Support, and Save the festivals that make Philly Shine!The Save Philly Festivals Tour is your all-access pass to the city's most electric block parties, cultural celebrations, food fests, and music moments — no parking headaches, no FOMO, no limits.Cruise

Join us in attending We are the Seeds - an indigenous arts and culture festival & powwowWe are the Seeds is running it's 7th annual Indigenous arts and culture festival on Cherry Street Pier. Experience this vibrant festival through our Festival Lovers Club!Participants can expect:Live performancesLive paintingPanel discussionsArt marketplaceHands-on activitiesWe will text you a meetup location on the day of the event so that you can hang with us and experience this festival.Make sure to purchase tickets for the festival here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-the-seeds-philly-powwow-2026-tickets-1999311575743Festival Lovers Club is a membership club run by DiasporaDNA Story Center. Visit diasporanda.org/memberships to learn more.

A Free Family-Friendly Celebration of Heritage, Joy & Connection!Kinkeeping Summit: A Celebration of Heritage, Joy & ConnectionSunday, September 27, 2026 | 11 AM–3 PMCherry Street Pier | 121 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 191061st & 2nd FloorsFREE • FAMILY-FRIENDLY • ALL GENERATIONS WELCOMEWho Keeps Your Family Connected?Join DiasporaDNA Story Center for the first-ever Kinkeeping Summit—a free, family-friendly celebration of the people, stories, traditions, and relationships that keep our families and communities connected.Kinkeeping is the intentional work of keeping family and ancestral connections alive—staying in touch, tracing our roots, preserving stories and traditions, and making sure our families, communities, and