Tag: Harlem Renaissance
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Ozwald Boateng makes history at the 2025 Met Gala by purchasing his own table, continuing his legacy as the first Black designer on Savile Row and dressing stars like Jaden Smith and Burna Boy.
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Discover how Elizabeth Catlett, the first Black woman to earn an MFA from the University of Iowa, used art to celebrate Black women’s strength and resilience.
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Discover the inspiring story of James Usry, Atlantic City’s first Black mayor, who transformed housing, education, and community programs while advocating for progress.
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Explore the enduring legacy of Ethel Waters, the groundbreaking entertainer who made history as the first African American to star in her own television show in 1939, overcoming adversity to become a celebrated actress, singer, and civil rights…
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The remarkable life and contributions of Zora Neale Hurston, a groundbreaking writer and ethnographer of the Harlem Renaissance era. Learn about her journey from fiction to anthropology, her impact on African American folklore, and her lasting influence on…
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