Elegba Folklore Society

Elegba Folklore Society Cultural Arts & Education 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 of other noteworthy sites. The Capital City Kwanzaa Festival, Down

Home Family Reunion, a Celebration of African American Folk Life, and Juneteenth, A Freedom Celebration are events that have delighted audiences for 20 years. The Society offers the best in African Diasporic cultural experiences, promoting an understanding of the present by valuing the past. Elegba Folklore Society
Richmond’s Cultural Ambassador
Embrace the Spirit!

Lost keys were found at the Down Home Family Reunion. If you believe these may be yours, please contact us directly to c...
08/18/2025

Lost keys were found at the Down Home Family Reunion. If you believe these may be yours, please contact us directly to confirm and arrange pickup.

Today’s the day. Join us for the 34th Down Home Family Reunion: A Celebration of African American Folklife at Abner Clay...
08/16/2025

Today’s the day. Join us for the 34th Down Home Family Reunion: A Celebration of African American Folklife at Abner Clay Park, Richmond.

From 4PM to 11PM, enjoy live music, dance, storytelling, food, shopping, and community. Admission is free and open to the public.

Bring your tents, chairs, and good energy — we’ll see you there.

You Don't Want to Miss This Free Family Festival

ATTENTIONDown Home Family Reunion Know Before You Go.While the festival disallows attendees to bring coolers or animals,...
08/16/2025

ATTENTION

Down Home Family Reunion Know Before You Go.

While the festival disallows attendees to bring coolers or animals, there will be two tent villages for personal pop-ups and a drop off and pick up point in front of the park at 200 W Clay St, W Clay and Brook Road, for those who need it.

Feel the vibes and let the rhythm move you — Proverbs Reggae Band is bringing their soulful roots reggae sound to the Ze...
08/12/2025

Feel the vibes and let the rhythm move you — Proverbs Reggae Band is bringing their soulful roots reggae sound to the Zeke Allison Main Stage at the 34th Down Home Family Reunion on Saturday, August 16 at Abner Clay Park in Richmond.

Known for their conscious lyrics, rich harmonies, and uplifting grooves, Proverbs Reggae Band delivers music that feeds the spirit and energizes the crowd.

Join us from 4PM to 11PM for this free celebration of African American folklife.

Feel the rhythm. See the movement. Experience the tradition.Elegba Folklore Society’s Drummers and Dancers will light up...
08/09/2025

Feel the rhythm. See the movement. Experience the tradition.

Elegba Folklore Society’s Drummers and Dancers will light up the Zeke Allison Main Stage at the 34th Down Home Family Reunion with the sights and sounds of West Africa and the African Diaspora.

Join us on Saturday, August 16, at Abner Clay Park in Richmond from 4PM to 11PM for a free, full-day celebration of African American folklife.

Get ready for a high-energy fusion of African rhythms, funk, and jazz as Toby Foyeh & Orchestra Africa take the Zeke All...
08/08/2025

Get ready for a high-energy fusion of African rhythms, funk, and jazz as Toby Foyeh & Orchestra Africa take the Zeke Allison Main Stage at the 34th Down Home Family Reunion on Saturday, August 16 at Abner Clay Park in Richmond.

Hailing from Nigeria, Toby Foyeh is known worldwide for his innovative “Afro-Soul” sound, blending traditional African music with contemporary influences for an unforgettable live performance.

Join us from 4PM to 11PM for this free celebration of African American folklife.

We’re honored to welcome GRAMMY-nominated bluesman and cultural ambassador Corey Harris to the Zeke Allison Main Stage a...
08/05/2025

We’re honored to welcome GRAMMY-nominated bluesman and cultural ambassador Corey Harris to the Zeke Allison Main Stage at this year’s Down Home Family Reunion.

Known for blending Delta blues with West African traditions, Corey Harris brings a powerful sound rooted in history, heritage, and soul.

Catch his live performance on Saturday, August 16 at Abner Clay Park in Richmond, VA. The festival runs from 4PM to 11PM and is free to the public.

Legendary Philly soul group Blue Magic is coming to Richmond. Catch their live performance at the 34th Down Home Family ...
08/01/2025

Legendary Philly soul group Blue Magic is coming to Richmond. Catch their live performance at the 34th Down Home Family Reunion: A Celebration of African American Folklife on Saturday, August 16 at Abner Clay Park.

Known for their smooth harmonies and timeless hits like “Sideshow” and “Spell,” Blue Magic brings classic R&B to the Zeke Allison Main Stage for a night of nostalgia, rhythm, and soul.

Join us from 4PM to 11PM. Free to the public.

Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society’s Artistc Director, Omilade Janine Bell visits the Southside Contemporary Art Gallery, , during ...
02/18/2025

Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society’s Artistc Director, Omilade Janine Bell visits the Southside Contemporary Art Gallery, , during the recent opening of “Diasporic Crossing.” She is pictured here with S**G godfather & exhibition curator, Ra-Twoine Fields.  We submitted this stool, meticulously carved from a tree trunk and indigenous to the Bamiléké kingdom of Cameroon.  Just think how many trees you pass by everyday…

Go and see this richly wonderful show of international relevance, then come to ’s cultural center to see more.

Honors and Respect to the life and legacy of Dr. Newly Fuller Jr. 10/6/1929 - 1/4/2025 🕯❤️🖤💚🕊
02/05/2025

Honors and Respect to the life and legacy of Dr. Newly Fuller Jr.

10/6/1929 - 1/4/2025
🕯❤️🖤💚🕊

Everybody loves a story❣️ Settle in for story time with Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society on February 1, 2p at the Fairfield Libr...
02/01/2025

Everybody loves a story❣️ Settle in for story time with Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society on February 1, 2p at the Fairfield Library, 1401 N Laburnam Ave, Henrico, VA 23223. Bring the family, & let’s love on ourselves.

The Talking Drum
The drum is a legendary communications tool -- a punctuating teller of life as it happens. This lively delivery of African and African American folktales and narratives combine with vocal and instrumental music to engage audiences along a rhythmic journey over continents and through time.
"Absolutely fantastic!"

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101 E Broad Street
Richmond, VA
23219

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Tuesday 1pm - 7pm
Wednesday 1pm - 7pm
Thursday 1pm - 7pm
Friday 1pm - 7pm
Saturday 1pm - 5pm

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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 of other noteworthy sites. The Capital City Kwanzaa Festival, Down Home Family Reunion, a Celebration of African American Folk Life, and Juneteenth, A Freedom Celebration are events that have delighted audiences for over 25 years. The Society offers the best in African Diasporic cultural experiences, promoting an understanding of the present by valuing the past. Elegba Folklore Society Richmond’s Cultural Ambassador Embrace the Spirit!