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Colonial Park Pool, Central Harlem, 1936

Posted on April 11, 2013 by | Leave a comment

Colonial Park Pool and Bathhouse Central Harlem

The Colonial Park Pool in Central Harlem at 145th Street, that opened in 1911 (this photograph was taken during new construction in 1936).

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Jacob Lawrence Rare Signed Photograph

Posted on January 5, 2013 by | 2 Comments

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The is signed photograph by Jacob Lawrence who attended classes at the Harlem Art Workshop, taught by his mentor, the African American artist Charles Alston. Continue reading →

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Swizz Beatz Speaks at Harlem Hospital’s Pavilion Opening

Posted on September 28, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Swizz Beatz speaking at Harlem Hospital’s opening of the new Mural Pavilion on Sept. 27. Swizz is the first HHC Global Ambassador. Continue reading →

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City Opens historic Harlem Health Center

Posted on September 27, 2012 by | Leave a comment

The New York City Health and Hospitals Corp. heralded the opening on Thursday of the $325 million Harlem Hospital Center Mural Pavilion as “one of the largest major public hospital modernization projects in the city’s history.” Continue reading →

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Swizz Beatz New NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation Ambassador

Posted on September 25, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Will Mark First Appearance at Harlem Hospital Center Mural Pavilion Opening, Sept. 27

The Fund for HHC, the philanthropic arm of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation, today announced that iconic music producer Kasseem “Swizz Beatz” Dean will serve as the first Global Ambassador for New York City’s public hospitals system. Continue reading →

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At Harlem Murals Get a New Life

Posted on September 17, 2012 by | Leave a comment

When the Works Progress Administration commissioned murals for Harlem Hospital Center in 1936, it easily approved the sketches submitted by seven artists, which depicted black people at work and at play throughout history. Continue reading →

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The Harlem Courthouse, 1891 – 1893

Posted on July 30, 2012 by | Leave a comment

The Harlem Courthouse, located at the corner of East 121st Street and Sylvan Place, is one of the most impressive buildings in East Harlem. Continue reading →

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Francine Everett, the Most Beautiful Girl in Harlem

Posted on July 23, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Francine Everett (April 13, 1915 – May 27, 1999) was an African-American actress and singer who is best known for her performances in race films… Continue reading →

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