AF-africans/Harlem Renaissance/jazz/black nationalism

What was the Harlem Renaissance and how did it contribute to American culture?

• The Harlem Renaissance took place from the 1910s to the 1930s in Harlem, New York.

• It was a major cultural and artistic movement among African Americans.

• Featured writers like Langston Hughes and Zora Neale Hurston.

• Musicians such as Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong helped popularize jazz and blues.

• Promoted racial pride, self-expression, and the idea of the “New Negro.”

• Challenged racist stereotypes and celebrated Black identity and heritage.

• Influenced American literature, music, and art nationwide.

• Helped inspire the Civil Rights Movement in the decades that followed.

What factors might explain the birth of the Harlem Renaissance during the 1920ś

• Great Migration: Movement of African Americans to northern cities like New York.

• Urban growth: Harlem became a hub for Black culture and creativity.

• Economic boom: The 1920s prosperity supported the arts.

• Education & Black middle class: More opportunities for learning and self-expression.

• “New Negro” movement: Promoted racial pride and cultural identity.

• Media & patrons: Black publications and supporters helped artists gain recognition.

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