New festival celebrating African American culture comes to Topeka

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A new first-of-its-kind festival celebrating African American culture and heritage is coming this summer to Topeka. Greater T...

May 18, 2023
10:26 PM

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A new first-of-its-kind festival celebrating African American culture and heritage is coming this summer to Topeka. Greater Topeka Partnership announced For the Culture KS Fest will run from July 28-30 in Topeka. The event will include musical performances, vendors, as well as networking and panel sessions focused on professional and personal growth for Black individuals. Co-founder of the festival Rodney Harmon is a Department of Justice - Bureau of Prisons retiree who lives in Topeka and has dedicated his time to community volunteering and mentoring.

Shayndel Jones