Karamu House

Founded in 1915, Karamu House is a place of joyful gathering, the meaning of 'Karamu' in Swahili, where people of different races, religions and economic backgrounds come together through the arts. It is recognized as the oldest producing African American theatre in the nation, and is featured in the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Karamu produces professional theatre, provides arts education and presents community programs from its home on East 89th Street in Fairfax, with spaces including the Jelliffe Theatre, an arena theatre, a lounge and an outdoor stage.