Renee Flemings will celebrate the life, art and victories of Harlem Renaissance-era sculptor, activist and arts educator ...

She escaped the racism of her native America to find global fame in France. Her 1949 memoir, published for the first time in English, captures Baker’s joyful voice ...

B eing Black in America is an honor and a privilege. Black people in this country have endured and overcome so much while simultaneously contributing to every aspect of America’ ...

Seven Negro Sermons in Verse” is a book of poetry born again as a theatrical production, a Christian musical with a 50-member ...

Claude McKay, one of the most influential figures in the Harlem Renaissance, left behind a rich collection of poetry that ...

The great Russian literary genius Alexander Pushkin dies on this day as a result of a duel. He is generally considered Russia’s great­est poet. Unlike many famous Euro­peans of color, Pushkin was ...

Black history is American history. It honors our past, present and future. NEPM is committed to sharing programs this month — ...

Featuring free classical music performances, poetry walks, historical discussions and even a 'drunk history' comedy show, ...

There is no discussion of 1990s-era Black movies without films written by Barry Michael Cooper, the Harlem, New York, born-and-raised journalist turned screenwriter who penned “New Jack City,” ...

By The Learning Network Looking for new ways to get students reading ... What do you know about the Harlem Renaissance? How does the movement still resonate today? Post your comments and questions ...

I like this banquette from West Elm, which has the same look as the brand’s Shelter sofa but adapted for a dining bench. It’s ...

The story of Hazel Scott, who started as a child prodigy and became one of the most successful Black women in entertainment ...