Dave Brubeck Harlem Renaissance Musician, 1958
Original silver gelatin print of American jazz pianist and composer Dave Brubeck as seen through the lens of the iconic photographer.
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George and Ira Gershwin From Central Harlem
George and Ira Gershwin: composers, grew up in Harlem. Lived at 108 West 111th and other addresses.George wrote his first hit song, “Swanee”, at his home at 520 W. 144 Street in 1919.The pair were living at 501 Cathedral Parkway in 1924, and it was in this apartment that George wrote Rhapsody in Blue.
Harry “Erik Weisz” Houdini In Harlem
Harry Houdini (born Erik Weisz; March 24, 1874 – October 31, 1926) was a Hungarian-born American magician and escapologist, stunt performer, actor and film producer noted for his sensational escape acts.
FTC Investigating TikTok Over Data Privacy Protocols From Harlem To Hollywood
TikTok’s problems seem to multiply daily. Not only is Congress trying to ban the popular social media platform, it’s now under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Mayor Adams’ Call For 5% November Budget Cuts From Harlem To Hollis
Amid growing investigations by the FBI and the Manhattan DA into corruption in his administration.
2023 New York Landmarks Conservancy “Living Landmarks” Gala
On November 1, 2023, The New York Landmarks Conservancy will celebrate its 50th Anniversary, and host its annual Living Landmarks Celebration at The Plaza.
Harlem Landmarks Featured In New Video Series Celebrating NYC’s Beloved Buildings And Icons
The New York Landmarks Conservancy is celebrating its 50th anniversary by creating a video series called “I am Preservation” to exhibit the widespread love of landmarks throughout NYC.
Bayard Rustin, Harlem Legend In Social Movements For Civil Rights, Nonviolence, And Gay Rights, 1912 – 1987 (Video)
Bayard Rustin, March 17, 1912 – August 24, 1987, was a Harlem leader in social movements for civil rights, socialism, nonviolence, and gay rights.
The HWM Green Book
Curated products, services, and destinations. FILM The World’s Best Film Library Like Harlem’s Sammy Davis Jr., kicking the air and taking names! Turner Classic Movies (TCM) launched in 1994, we love them, they are the best classic films of all time from one of the largest film libraries in the world. Fabulous films curated by…
Queens Behind The Scenes, Sheroes In The Schomburg, Women’s History Month In Harlem
A dynamic librarian who established a research library.
Greater Harlem Chamber Of Commerce 125th Anniversary Celebration 2023
The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce will celebrate 125 years of continued service to Harlem and the “Harlems of the World” with a celebratory gala on Saturday, February 25th at The City College of New York.
New York City Mayor Adams Establishes First-Ever Office Of Engagement
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today took efforts to streamline the city’s civic engagement efforts by establishing the city’s first-ever Office of Engagement.
Mayor Adams Announces Comprehensive Effort To Overhaul Capital Process And Ensuring Faster Project Delivery
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced a comprehensive effort to reform the capital process from Harlem to Hollis.
East Harlem’s Dr. Jonas Salk, One Of The First To Develop A Successful Polio Vaccines, 1914 – 1995
Jonas Edward Salk, born Jonas Salk; October 28, 1914 – June 23, 1995, was an American virologist and medical researcher who developed one of the first successful polio vaccines.
Ford, Mellon, And MacArthur Foundations Transfer Sole Ownership Of Ebony And Jet Photo Archive To Getty And NMAAHC
A consortium comprising the Ford Foundation, the J. Paul Getty Trust, the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, the Mellon Foundation, and the Smithsonian Institution.