Weaving a link between American history and the African folk art of basket making is the focus of a trio of exhibits at UCLA’s Fowler Museum. The largest of the three, “Grass Roots: African Origins of ...

Many of us became familiar with Gullah culture through director Julie Dash’s seminal 1991 film, Daughters of the Dust. The first feature film by a Black woman to get general theatrical release, ...

Looping strips of palmetto fronds through coiled sweetgrass is slow poison. Squinting in concentration ruins the eyes, forcing a nail bone through the grass wrecks the hands and bending over the ...

African basket weaving is a centuries-old craft that marries tradition with sustainability. The art, which has been passed down generations, is now gaining global recognition for its eco-friendly ...

I love cooking simple meals that require only a few ingredients. During the summer months, fresh corn and tomatoes from our garden are regulars on the menu. Our pantry and kitchen are well stocked ...

Q: I have a basket that was a gift. It's from Liberia and about 50 years old. It's coming unsewn. Where can I get it repaired? Washington A: The answer depends partly on what your goals are. If you ...

Aesha Ndao has brought her passions to the U.S. from her home in Senegal, but that doesn't mean she's forgotten where she came from, or the people who have helped her along the way.Watch the video ...