Join us on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the Brookside to celebrate Essex County College's Africana Institute's 25th Anniversary Royal Celebration and Dinner! The evening will be filled with vendors, entertainment, an art auction, dinner, dancing and more!
Celebrate legacy, culture, and community as the Africana Institute at Essex County College marks 25 years of Sankofa in exploring and uplifting the global African experience.
For a quarter of a century, the Institute has served as a vibrant hub for academic discovery, cultural celebration, and social engagement, connecting Africa, the Americas, the Caribbean, and the broader diaspora.
Join us for an evening honoring the past while investing in the future. This special fundraising event will support the Africana Institute’s impactful programs, including initiatives that empower and uplift the African/Black Student Alliance.
For additional information please view our website Essex or call the Africana Institute at 973-877-3140