In honor of Schomburg Center's 95th anniversary, curators, archivists, and staff members organized a list of 95 books that foster and celebrate a better understanding of the Black experience.... Read More
Media
Hopefully our children will watch this video--The Transatlantic Slave Trade : History Documentary on the Middle Passage... Read More
Co-curated by over 20 film festivals from across the world, May 29 – June 7... Read More
LIVE from NYPL: Terry McMillan with Tayari Jones — Tuesday, May 26 | 8 PM (EDT) The New York Times best-selling author Terry McMillan discusses her career and her newest book, "It’s Not All Downhill from Here", with Tayari Jones, author of "An American Marriage". The Schomburg Center partners with LIVE from NYPL's digital event.... Read More
On May 19th, the Schomburg Center celebrated birthdays of Playwright Lorraine Hansberry (90th) and human rights activist Malcolm X (95th). Lorraine Hansberry was born in 1930 and Malcolm X in 1925. Each used words to expand, enhance, and challenge the conversation on how we see ourselves and how the rest of the world sees us.... Read More
DanceAfrica digital public programming has been especially created in response to the current world environment, with audiences seeking compelling ways to connect with their community and explore the arts from home. BAM’s longest-running and most beloved program is a community celebration, welcoming all to observe. The celebratory events will continue the series of unique digital experiences offered by Love from BAM.... Read More
I am religiously telling people that I am by education and experience not a writer. I am a publisher and editor, but humorously, I continually... Read More
Dred-Scott Keyes must be congratulated for his photo documentation of Slavery and post Slavery conditions of African-Americans and their mass migration out of the southern United States. Dred-Scott Keyes produces a radio program "The Cutting Edge" where Journalism, Politics, Culture and Activism Converge".... Read More
