Tag Archives: African

Harlem’s African Burying Ground, 1600 -

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East Harlem Uncovered

“Nieuw Haarlem” (Harlem) was the second colony established by the Dutch in New York.  Expansion to upper Manhattan was driven by property and economic concerns.  Prior to this decision, the area was a sacred site and was inhabited with clam shells from the Lenape tribes of Wiechquaesgeoks or Siwanays or other tribes. Continue reading

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HW Pick: Talk Regarding The Negro Motorist’s Green Book By Harlem’s Victor Green

GreenBookFinalFrom 1936 to 1966 Harlem resident Victor Green, his wife Alma, and a small number of office staff produced a pocket-sized guidebook for African Americans to carry when they traveled through segregated America. Continue reading

NYC Public Library Call For Black History Month

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NYC Public Library on 115th Street branch in Harlem is looking for children, teens or adults to help celebrate Black History Month, on Wednesday on February 27th at 5:00 PM, by presenting a short piece of their choice.   Continue reading

HW Pick: Destination, Harlem – The Best Community in the World

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This Black History Month, celebrate the vibrant Harlem’s culture and heritage by visiting its many galleries, restaurants and nightspots. Continue reading

Live Music @ Shrine In Harlem

Here’s the new schedule at the Shrine, starting Thursday with fab food, live bands and a hot African DJ playing world music.

Shrine Bar Restaurant World Music, 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd (7Ave.), bet., 134th Street and 133rd Street, info@shrinenyc.com, www.shrinenyc.com, 7 days a week. No cover. 

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PBS Lineup for Black History Month

PBS broadcasts programming created by and about African Americans year-round, from public affairs to history to independent film to kids programming. In celebration of Black History Month, February 2008, PBS will broadcast a lineup of new and encore presentations honoring and exploring African-American history. Continue reading

Terrie Williams 21st Century Style

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In the latest blog entry by author Eisa Ulen Richardson, she mentions Terrie Williams launch of what she is calling the Civil Rights Movement of the 21st century. Continue reading