We honor the spirits of the ancestors and diaspora who have lost their families.
Today We Come Home; Today We Remember;
Today We Say Their Names.
From understanding ancestral rituals and indigenous
spiritual practices to exploring art, music, dance, and
symbolism, the workshop provides a deeper appreciation
of the traditions that continue to shape African identity today.
Through traditional rituals, songs, and symbolic
offerings, participants are invited to connect
deeply with their ancestral roots and celebrate
the wisdom passed down through generations.
It is a time of reverence, healing, and connection,
reminding all who gather that the spirit of
togetherness is central to African culture.
Together, the durbar and prayer create a
balance of celebration and spirituality,
uniting participants in honor of the past
while affirming hope for the generations to come.
The Cookout and Networking session brings
people together over food, conversation, and
community. Guests will enjoy authentic African
meals freshly prepared on-site, offering a taste
of both tradition and creativity. This gathering
creates space for cultural exchange, collaboration,
and friendship, reminding us that food is not only
nourishment but also a bridge that unites people
across generations and backgrounds.
The Ancestor Veneration Ceremony 2025 is more than an event. It is a three day cultural and spiritual journey. To make your experience comfortable and meaningful, we provide convenient accommodation options right at the Nkyinkyim Museum grounds and nearby facilities. Choose between fully furnished apartments or traditional tent lodgings, designed to meet your preference for comfort, community, and cultural immersion.
Nkyinkyim is also known for Nsiso/Nsodie; funerary portraits created in memory of enslaved ancestors. The funerary sculptures include portraits of Africans in the Diaspora who have shared their likeness in memory of their enslaved ancestors as well as portraits of their loved ones who have transitioned. The Nsiso/Nsodie funerary sculptures, tradition and the related therapy for people of African descent is ongoing at the museum and invites guests interested in and descended from the African Diaspora can arrange to have their portrait sculptures made (realistic or stylised) and added to the enslaved space of Nkyinkyim Museum.
