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HARLEM
Harlem is a vibrant neighbourhood in the borough of
Manhattan, New York City, known for its rich history and cultural legacy. Famous for its iconic brownstone buildings, the area is home to significant landmarks such as the Apollo Theater, which celebrates Harlem's deep roots in African American culture. The streets are adorned with murals and street art that reflect the community's artistic expression and historical significance, making Harlem a lively blend of heritage and modern creativity. 1. **Harlem Renaissance (1920s)** 2. **History of Harlem** - **Key Figures**: - **Origins**: - Langston Hughes (poet) - Originally a Dutch settlement in the 1600s - Zora Neale Hurston (author) - Became a predominantly Black community - Duke Ellington (musician) in the early 20th century - **Art Forms**: - **Great Migration**: - Jazz music - African-Americans moving from the rural - Literature and poetry South to northern cities for better - Visual arts opportunities - **Cultural Impact**: - **Civil Rights Movement**: - Celebration of Black identity - Role in protests and activism - Birth of modern African-American culture - Malcolm X and the fight for equality
3. **Harlem's Influence on Music** 4. **Art and Literature**
- **Jazz**: - **Famous Writers**: - Clubs like the Cotton Club - Langston Hughes: Themes of racial pride - Key musicians: Duke Ellington, Louis - Claude McKay: Struggles of African- Armstrong American life - **Hip-Hop**: - **Visual Artists**: - Harlem as a birthplace of early hip-hop - Aaron Douglas: Known for his murals culture - Jacob Lawrence: Depictions of African- - Graffiti, breakdancing, and rap battles American experiences - **Gospel & Blues**: - **Theater**: - Churches and street performances - Apollo Theater: A hub for Black performers - Influence on later music genres - Harlem theaters as platforms for Black expression
5. **Harlem Today** 6. **Social Issues and Activism**
- **Cultural Festivals**: - **Housing and Poverty**: - Harlem Week: Celebrating Harlem's history - Overcrowding and urban development and diversity challenges - **Gentrification**: - **Education**: - Changes in demographics and impact on - Initiatives to improve schooling in Harlem the community - **Community Organizing**: - **Modern Harlem**: - The role of local activists in fighting for - Revitalization projects social justice - Continued influence on music, fashion, and art