The DAY Program

The DAY Program will help carry the spirit of remembrance through traditional West African drumming at the 15th Annual International Day of Remembrance Ceremony- hosted by The Sankofa Projects.🪘🪘

The remembrance tradition was initiated in 1989 by activist and scholar Toni Cade Bambara. In 2012, Chadra Pittman brought the ceremony to Hampton to help give voice to this often untold chapter of history through community remembrance, procession, libation, poetry, drumming, song, and collective reflection.

The day will include:
🕊️ The Ceremonial Remembrance Walk
🌊 A procession to the water
🪘 Drumming & traditional songs
🎭 Poetry & theatrical performances
💧 The International Libation at 12 PM happening simultaneously across the United States

📍 Outlook Beach at Fort Monroe National Monument
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕚 Starting at 11 AM
🎟️ Free and open to the public

We hope to see the community come together in remembrance, reflection, and rhythm.






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Happy Mother’s Day to Bonita, Squeaky, Journey, Jah, Muni, Moon, and Dea. ❤️

Thank you for every rehearsal, every performance, every ride, every moment of support, every word of encouragement, and every way you continue to show up for your children and our community.

Thank you for trusting us with your children, for bringing them consistently, for participating, helping behind the scenes, and for being part of the village that keeps this work moving forward.

So much of what people see on stage is only possible because of the love, time, patience, and sacrifice happening behind the scenes.

Today we celebrate and appreciate you. Thank you for being part of The DAY Program family. ✊🏿✨