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Inside the Studio Museum in Harlem’s showcase of Black art history in America

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Inside the Studio Museum in Harlem’s showcase of Black art history in America
It’s a celebration as well as a reckoning: After seven years, the S…
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September 27, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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In September 1968, artist and activist Tom Lloyd inaugurated The Studio Museum.

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September 26, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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October 9, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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Congrats to Welcome to Harlem, just named the #6 best history tour in the entire country by USA Today's 10Best. Owner Carolyn Johnson started the company back in 2004.

#Harlem #BlackOwnedBusiness #USAToday #HarlemHistory
USA Today 10Best ranks Welcome to Harlem #6 best history tour in U.S.
Welcome to Harlem tour company earns #6 ranking in USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for best history tours.
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July 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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WWSH has installed 23 of 25 historic Harlem markers — including one near 445 W. 153rd, home of saxophone legend Coleman Hawkins.

Their tourism program is keeping Harlem’s legacy alive for locals and the world. #HarlemHistory #ColemanHawkins #WWHS
EDITORIAL: Preserving Harlem’s history and culture – while we are still here
Work is underway in Harlem by While We Are Still Here (WWSH) and its tireless founder and Executive Director Karen Taylor.
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August 4, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Who was the real James Baldwin, beyond the famous speeches and viral quotes?

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August 3, 2026 at 2:01 AM
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Why A Black Woman Tried To Assassinate MLK Jr. - Story You Should Know

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Why A Black Woman Tried To Assassinate MLK Jr. - Story You Should Know
https://www.hypeplustv.com/ - Before MLK Jr. was assassinated in 19…
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September 21, 2026 at 12:03 AM
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James Baldwin: Take This Hammer • The Original 1964 Documentary | ALL ARTS Vault

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James Baldwin: Take This Hammer • The Original 1964 Documentary | ALL ARTS Vault
In “Take This Hammer,” James Baldwin travels to different San Franc…
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August 3, 2026 at 3:01 AM
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🌟 Explore Harlem's History with Us! Join Maya and King as they take you on a time-traveling adventure, uncovering the fascinating stories of Harlem's rich past! Listen now at wix.to/0AtJU4x

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🌟 Unleash your curiosity and journey through time with The Harlem Time Trotters podcast! Join siblings Maya and King as they embark on thrilling time-traveling adventures through the rich history of Harlem! Guided by the wise and mysterious Professor and their magical butterfly companion, Wings, they journey back in time to meet legendary figures like Marcus Garvey, Thelonious Monk, and the Harlem Hellfighters. Each episode brings exciting challenges as Maya and King help historical icons overcome obstacles, all while learning about the people, places, and events that shaped Harlem’s legacy. With music, humor, and a touch of magic, The Harlem Time Trotters is an engaging and educational audio adventure for listeners of all ages!⏳ #CuriousMinds #TimeTrotting #PodcastJunkies #HarlemHistory #TimeTravelingAdventures #FamilyFun #Education #theharlemtimetrotters https://wix.to/AHFWWmo
February 6, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Imagine standing before the iconic Apollo Theater, where legends like Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown turned dreams into legacies.

Step into the magic of Harlem and uncover its rich history on a walking tour that brings the past to life. Learn more at www.welcometoharlem.com.
Imagine standing before the iconic Apollo Theater, where legends like Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown turned dreams into legacies. Every brick of this historic landmark whispers Harlem's story of resilience, creativity, and culture. Step into the magic of Harlem and uncover its rich history on a walking tour that brings the past to life. Visit www.welcometoharlem.com to learn more. 📍 Tag a friend who’d love to explore Harlem with you! #WelcomeToHarlem #HarlemHistory #ApolloTheater #HarlemTours #HarlemCulture #NYCAdventures #LiveJazz #HistoricLandmarks #WalkingTours #CulturalExploration #DiscoverHarlem
January 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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A legal battle unfolds as the appeal over Harlem's Abyssinian Baptist Church pastor reignites tensions within the community. The rich history and future of this iconic institution hang in the balance. Stay tuned for updates! #AbyssinianBaptist #LegalFight #HarlemHistory
Legal Battle Reignited: Abyssinian Baptist Church's Pastor Faces New Appeal!
July 18, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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Congrats to Welcome to Harlem, just named the #6 best history tour in the entire country by USA Today's 10Best. Owner Carolyn Johnson started the company back in 2004.

#Harlem #BlackOwnedBusiness #USAToday #HarlemHistory
USA Today 10Best ranks Welcome to Harlem #6 best history tour in U.S.
Welcome to Harlem tour company earns #6 ranking in USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for best history tours.
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July 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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🕰️🎡🚫 Nearly 100 years ago, NYC was weeks from opening a Black-owned “Coney Island.”
The park was built. Opening day was set. Then city lawmakers voted to shut it down.
A forgotten story of race, power, and public space.
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February 14, 2026 at 2:17 PM
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📣 New Podcast! ""Frank Lucas Country Boy: The Real American Gangster Story 👑"" on @Spreaker #70scrime #americangangster #blackgangster #crimejunkie #crimeobsessed_robert_lets #crimepodcast #criminalminds #drugempire #drugkingpin #franklucas #harlemcrime #harlemhistory #heroinking #nyccrime
"Frank Lucas Country Boy: The Real American Gangster Story 👑"
🚨 EXPLOSIVE: The true story Hollywood didn't dare to tell! 💰 EXCLUSIVE: How a North Carolina farm boy built a $250M heroin empire. ⚡ Never-revealed details about the real 'Cadaver Connection' and Army connections. 🎭 WARNING: Contains shocking evidence about police corruption and federal cover-ups. 🔥 Former associates reveal the truth about the famous "Blue Magic" operation. 🎯 True Crime Alert: Forget what you saw in the movie - this is the real Frank Lucas story. From cotton fields to Harlem's king, the ultimate American crime story. 
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August 20, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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📣 New Podcast! "“Bumpy Johnson: The Real Godfather of Harlem”" on @Spreaker #americancrimelords #blackcrimebosses #blackunderworld #bumpyjohnson #bumpyvsdutch #crimekingpin #criminalempire #fbifilesuncovered #godfatherofharlem #harlemcrimeboss #harlemhistory #mafiaandthestreets #mafiahistory
“Bumpy Johnson: The Real Godfather of Harlem”
👑 He ran Harlem like royalty — and played chess with crime. In this gripping biopic episode, we tell the true, untamed story of Ellsworth “Bumpy” Johnson, the real Godfather of Harlem. 🗽🕵️‍♂️💣 Forget the TV version — this is the raw history of a man who walked between underworld and upper-class with equal respect. From his war with Dutch Schultz to his alliance with Lucky Luciano, Bumpy wasn’t just a gangster — he was a strategist, a protector, and a street legend who rewrote the rules of organized crime in Black America. This episode uncovers: - The truth behind his Harlem empire - His battles with corrupt cops and rival mobs - The lasting influence he had on Black leadership and hip-hop storytelling Bumpy was feared, respected, and ultimately immortalized. This is his real story — and it’s bigger than any script could capture.
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June 22, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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SIGNS OF THE TIMES: Harlem Markers Project® Community Meeting, Part II
By
While We Are Still Here

George Bruce Library
New York, NY
Saturday, Feb 21 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm EST
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February 14, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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🎶✨ Hey kids! Did you know… HARLEM is where the beat began? 🎷🎤

Harlem = Music 🎵 + Art 🎨 + History 📚 + Heart ❤️

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October 22, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Join us for the Harlem Civil Rights Walking Tour, where powerful stories meet historic landmarks, and the past comes alive with every step. 🏛️✨

🗺️ Includes a delicious soul food lunch to feed your mind and your spirit. 🍽

Ready to be inspired? Book now at the link in bio.
✊🏾 Walk the path of progress. Step into the footsteps of Malcolm X, Adam Clayton Powell Jr., and other trailblazers who shaped the fight for justice—right here in Harlem. Join us for the Harlem Civil Rights Walking Tour, where powerful stories meet historic landmarks, and the past comes alive with every step. 🏛️✨ 🗺️ Includes a delicious soul food lunch to feed your mind and your spirit. 🍽️ Ready to be inspired? Book now at the link in bio. #WelcomeToHarlem #HarlemCivilRightsTour #HarlemHistory #BlackHistory365 #CivilRightsMovement #HarlemCulture #WalkingTourNYC #ExploreHarlem #KnowYourHistory #EducationalTour #MalcolmX #BlackHeritage #HistoryComesAlive #SupportLocalTourGuides
May 14, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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🏠 Poet. Activist. Voice of a generation.

Langston Hughes didn’t just write about Harlem—he lived it. His home on East 127th Street is a historic landmark and a poetic reminder of Harlem’s artistic soul.

📍 Make it a must-see on your next walk through the neighborhood.
🏠 Poet. Activist. Voice of a generation. Langston Hughes didn’t just write about Harlem—he lived it. His home on East 127th Street is a historic landmark and a poetic reminder of Harlem’s artistic soul. 📍 Make it a must-see on your next walk through the neighborhood. #WelcomeToHarlem #LangstonHughes #HarlemRenaissance #BlackPoets #HarlemHistory #PoetryAndPlace #KnowYourRoots #LiteraryLandmarks
May 7, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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🎤 From Ella Fitzgerald’s debut to James Brown's electrifying performances, the Apollo Theater has been the beating heart of Harlem's music scene since 1934. More than a venue, it’s a cultural icon and a launchpad for Black excellence.

Still standing. Still inspiring.
🎤 From Ella Fitzgerald’s debut to James Brown's electrifying performances, the Apollo Theater has been the beating heart of Harlem's music scene since 1934. More than a venue, it’s a cultural icon and a launchpad for Black excellence. Still standing. Still inspiring. #HarlemRoots #WelcomeToHarlem #ApolloTheater #HarlemHistory #HistoricLandmarks #BlackCulture #HarlemNYC #CulturalHeritage #BlackExcellence #NYCLandmarks
April 29, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Want to walk in the footsteps of greatness? Come explore Harlem’s musical and cultural landmarks with us.

✨ Tag someone who needs to experience Harlem’s rich history! Plan your visit today at www.welcometoharlem.com
Want to walk in the footsteps of greatness? Come explore Harlem’s musical and cultural landmarks with us. Whether it’s visiting the Apollo Theater, strolling through the Walk of Fame, or immersing yourself in live music at a local jazz club, Harlem is where the past meets the present. ✨ Tag someone who needs to experience Harlem’s rich history! Plan your visit today at www.welcometoharlem.com #WelcometoHarlem #StepIntoTheLegacy #HarlemHistory #HarlemJazz #BillieHoliday #EllaFitzgerald #LouisArmstrong #HarlemWalkOfFame #MusicLegends #JazzCulture #HarlemVibes #VisitHarlem #HarlemExperience
March 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Harlem is more than a place—it’s an experience! With jazz-filled clubs, world-class cuisine, and a rich Renaissance legacy, it’s a must-visit for Black culture, history, and creativity.

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Harlem isn’t just a place—it’s an experience! From the soulful sounds of jazz echoing through historic clubs to world-class cuisine and the rich heritage of the Harlem Renaissance, this neighborhood is a must-visit for anyone looking to immerse themselves in Black culture, history, and creativity. 🚶‍♂️ Ready to explore? Book a tour now! Visit 👉 www.welcometoharlem.com #WelcometoHarlem #VisitHarlem #HarlemCulture #ExploreNYC #HarlemVibes #HarlemHistory #NYCTravel #BlackCulture #SoulFoodNYC #HarlemJazz #HarlemNights #SupportBlackBusinesses #NYCEvents #DiscoverHarlem
March 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Learn how this regiment’s unwavering determination changed the course of history and opened doors for future generations.

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Learn how this regiment’s unwavering determination changed the course of history and opened doors for future generations. Their legacy is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit—a lesson from which we can all take inspiration. 🎖️ Subscribe to Harlem Roots at www.harlemroots.com and explore more about the people and events that shaped Harlem’s rich history! #HarlemRoots #HarlemHellfighters #HarlemHistory #WorldWarIHeroes #BlackExcellence #MilitaryHistory #HarlemLegacy #UnsungHeroes #CourageUnderFire #HistoricalHeroes #AmericanHistory
February 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Reading about the Harlem Renaissance is fascinating.

But walking through its landmarks? That’s transformational.

📍 Ready to experience Harlem’s history firsthand? Visit www.welcometoharlem.com to book your walking tour today!
Reading about the Harlem Renaissance is fascinating. But walking through its landmarks? That’s transformational. Feel the energy of the streets that inspired poets, musicians, and dreamers. From the Cotton Club’s vibrant nights to the iconic brownstones of Strivers’ Row, Harlem’s Renaissance comes alive when you see it in person. 📍 Ready to experience Harlem’s history firsthand? Visit www.welcometoharlem.com to book your walking tour today! #WelcomeToHarlem #HarlemHistory #HarlemRenaissance #WalkingTours #DiscoverHarlem #CulturalExploration #HistoricLandmarks #StriversRow #CottonClub #NYCAdventures
January 30, 2025 at 2:00 AM