Elegba Folklore Society
Elegba Folklore Society
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Arts & Culture
About
Elegba, from the Yoruba cosmology of West Africa, is an Orisa or intercessor who opens the roads, bringing clarity out of confusion. The Elegba Folklore Society is a year-round, lively celebration of African and African American culture. Enjoy art and imports in our cultural center. Sway with our performance company in the warmth and feel of an African village. Awaken your spirit! Or, participate in a guided heritage tour along the Trail of Enslaved Africans and other notable sites. The Capital City Kwanzaa Festival, Down Home Family Reunion, a Celebration of African American Folklife and Juneteenth, A Freedom Celebration are events that have delighted audiences during our 30 years. The Society offers the best in African Diasporic cultural experiences, promoting immersive experiences that illuminate the present and value the past.
Elegba Folklore Society
Richmond’s Cultural Ambassador
Embrace the Spirit!