By Robert West
“It is evident to the most superficial observer that the centre of fashion, wealth, culture, and intelligence, must, in the near future, be found in the ancient and honorable village of Harlem” – Harlem Monthly Magazine (1893)
As we approach the end of Black History Month, I thought I’d share with you a movement afoot in an area that has one of, if not the, richest black histories in the United States. Continue reading
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The American Museum of Natural Historycelebrates Black History Month with Global Weekends: Stories We Tell on Saturday, February 23, from 11 am to 5 pm. Continue reading
“You must use the dark skin slaves vs. the light skin slaves, and the light skin slaves vs. the dark skin slaves . . .” - Willie Lynch
With the release of the movie Django last month and this month is Black History Month – we thought we would post this speech delivered by Willie Lynch on the bank of the James River in the colony of Virginia in 1712. Continue reading
Digital Diaspora Family Reunion (DDFR,) in cooperation with The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, encourages the public to nominate individuals for consideration as ‘Harlem Treasures.’ Continue reading
In honor of Black History Month, Harlem's Evetta Petty owner of Harlem Heaven's will have a selected group of her hats as a part of the Art Exhibit in New York's Museum of Biblical Arts from Feb. 15 to May 26, 2013. Continue reading
Opera Ebony, the longest running African – American opera company in the United States, is celebrating its 40th Anniversary with a special celebration weekend with 2 events. Continue reading
This Black History Month, celebrate the vibrant Harlem’s culture and heritage by visiting its many galleries, restaurants and nightspots. Continue reading
DDFR, in cooperation with The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, encourages the public to nominate individuals for consideration as ‘Harlem Treasures.’ Continue reading
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