DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) — The annual Hayti Legacy Kwanzaa Celebration took place Tuesday at the Hayti Heritage Center in Durham, ringing in the start of Kwanzaa. The holiday, which celebrates African heritage, culture and contributions, begins each year on December 26th and runs through January 1st. “Tradition and family. Community connection are all things that are very, very important,” said Joy Harrell, a volunteer at Tuesday’s event. “That’s what Kwanzaa represents for me and my family.” The celebration Tuesday featured a marketplace with local, black-owned vendors and merchants as well as performances in the center’s auditorium. Organizers emphasized that Kwanzaa is a cultural celebration, not a religious holiday, meaning it’s open for all to celebrate. “Don’t be afraid to come…
