THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE

Harlem Renaissance

African-American literary and artistic movement in 1920s.

Great Migration

1910-1920 movement of African Americans to Northern cities.

NAACP

Organization fighting for civil rights and racial justice.

James Weldon Johnson

NAACP leader advocating for civil rights legislation.

Abolition of Lynching

NAACP campaign leading to reduced lynching incidents.

Marcus Garvey

Founder of UNIA promoting black pride and self-sufficiency.

UNIA

Universal Negro Improvement Association founded by Garvey.

Harlem

World's largest black urban area during the Renaissance.

Claude McKay

Poet urging resistance against prejudice and discrimination.

Langston Hughes

Poet depicting lives of the working-class African Americans.

Zora Neale Hurston

Writer showcasing Southern black folkways and values.

Shuffle Along

Musical comedy that popularized Harlem Renaissance beyond black audiences.

Paul Robeson

Influential African-American performer of the Harlem Renaissance.

Jazz

Musical genre originating in early 20th century New Orleans.

Louis Armstrong

Trumpeter known for personal expression in jazz music.

Duke Ellington

Renowned jazz pianist and orchestra leader in America.

Cab Calloway

Popularized scat singing in jazz performances.

Bessie Smith

Blues singer considered the best vocalist of the decade.

Urban Race Riots

About 25 riots in 1919 due to racial tensions.

Black Pride

Cultural movement promoting pride in African heritage.

Jazz Influence

Jazz music's impact extended beyond African-American audiences.

African-American Migration

Continued movement of African Americans in the 1920s.