Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center | New York, NY

According to the official website, the “Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center honors the lives and legacies of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz by promoting human and civil rights through knowledge of the history and culture of the African Diaspora; education and self- empowerment; family values; and facilitating racial and [...]

Harlem Gospel Choir, New York, NY

One of the most preeminent gospel choirs in the world, the internationally renown Harlem Gospel Choir is a showcase of the best choir singers and musicians from various Harlem churches. Fusing gospel, jazz and the blues, the choir was founded by Allen Bailey in 1986, who got the idea for the group while attending a [...]

Discover Harlem | New York, NY

Blues by Archibald Motley, 1929, Harlem Renaissance The “Big Apple” is home to the largest black urban population in the United States, a great legacy that dates back several hundred years. Harlem became the center of African American life starting in the late 1800′s. Some even call it the capital of Black America. The following [...]

Classical Theatre of Harlem, New York, NY

Shakespeare’s King Lear, Classic Theatre of Harlem The Classical Theatre of Harlem’s vision is to “create the next great American theatre company whose value to its community is inherent and essential, a company that is engaged in producing works that truly reflect the diversity of ideas and the racial tapestry that is New York City.” [...]

Showman’s Bar, New York, NY

Since 1942, this soulful haunt of Harlem’s old guard has been home to such greats as Sarah Vaughan, Lionel Hampton, Duke Ellington and Pearl Bailey. Showman’s moved to its current location in August 1998. A Hammond B-3 organ graces the stage, and is put to good use by Danny Mixon, Seleno Clarke, Nathan Lucas and [...]

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