THE QUEENS
Celebrating African Heritage. Building a Stronger Future.
Your Queens brings African history to life through cultural education, artistic expression, and community initiatives. We are creating opportunities to preserve our heritage, empower future generations, and build a lasting home for arts, culture, and community enrichment
THE QUEENS CENTER
HELP US BUILD
HOPE
A Home for Heritage. A Future for Our Community.
We are working to establish a permanent home for Your Queens Center for Housing & Arts—a welcoming space where culture, education, creativity, and community can thrive.
Your support can help preserve history, expand access to arts and cultural programs, and create opportunities for families, young people, and future generations.
OUR MISSION
Your Queens, Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) organization and the first registered African Royalty character company dedicated to depicting the true stories of non-fictional African Kings and Queens. Our mission is to evaluate, educate, and express the dynamic lineage of real African women and men through storytelling, song, and dance.
We started in New York, and after 10 years, we expanded to Rocky Mount, North Carolina. We are committed to establishing the Your Queens Center for Housing and Arts in Southeast Rocky Mount, a permanent space for historical preservation, youth enrichment, community engagement, and the celebration of African heritage. Through this center, we will provide immersive programming, cultural arts education, and community events that inspire pride, knowledge, and generational empowerment.
VISION
In an entertainment industry where most costumed characters are fictional, Your Queens, Inc. envisions a world where the true stories of African royalty are celebrated, honored, and widely known.
We bring to life powerful historical figures such as Queen Amina of Zaria, Queen Makeda of Sheba, Queens Cleopatra and Nefertiti, Goddess Isis, King Tutankhamun, and many more, transforming history into immersive educational experiences through storytelling, song, and dance.
Founded by dancer, teacher, designer, and entrepreneur Ekiuwa Asemota, Your Queens was created to ensure that youth and adults alike understand the beauty, brilliance, and leadership of African royal lineage. In a world challenged by injustice, racism, depression, doubt, and fear, we envision communities strengthened by cultural pride, historical truth, and artistic expression.
Through the development of our cultural center in Southeast Rocky Mount, we envision a vibrant, welcoming space where history comes alive, young people discover identity and purpose, families gather in celebration, and the legacy of African royalty is preserved for generations to come.
Through entertainment that educates, we inspire confidence, restore heritage, and build a future grounded in knowledge and pride.
I Am Royal, I Am Love, I Am Greatness.
Discover the Your Queens Collection
Everyday essentials made to fit your style. Discover the collection and find something you'll love.
• 95% recycled polyester, 5% spandex
• Fabric weight (may vary by 5%): 9.08 oz./yd.² (308 g/m²)
• Soft cotton-feel face
• Brushed fleece fabric inside
• Unisex fit
• Overlock seams
• Blank components sourced from China
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
• 95% recycled polyester, 5% spandex
• Fabric weight (may vary by 5%): 9.08 oz./yd.² (308 g/m²)
• Soft cotton-feel face
• Brushed fleece fabric inside
• Unisex fit
• Overlock seams
• Blank components sourced from China
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
• 95% recycled polyester, 5% spandex
• Fabric weight (may vary by 5%): 9.08 oz./yd.² (308 g/m²)
• Soft cotton-feel face
• Brushed fleece fabric inside
• Unisex fit
• Overlock seams
• Blank components sourced from China
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
THE ROYAL TEAM
Eleanor Parks
Lead Engineer
Emmett Marsh
Monet Goode
Ekiuwa, lovingly known as Eki, is the Creative Director of Your Queens. She is also a teaching artist, choreographer, designer and much more. Eki portrays Queen Mother Yaa Asantewaa.Head of Operations