Alexander Briley, born April 12, 1951, is a Harlem disco singer who was the original "G.I." in the disco recording act Village People.
Continue readingThe Battle Of Harlem Heights NY 1776
The Battle of Harlem Heights was fought during the New York and New Jersey campaign of the American Revolutionary War.
Jackie Ormes, Creator Of Torchy Brown in Dixie To Harlem Inducted In Harlem Of Fame
Jackie Ormes, August 1, 1911 – December 26, 1985, is known as the first African-American woman cartoonist and creator of the Torchy Brown comic strip and the Patty-Jo 'n' Ginger panel.Continue reading
West Harlem Seniors Coalition Hosts A Free Community Screening Of Ava DuVernay’s “Origin”
An invite from the West Harlem Development Corporation (WHDC), in collaboration with Community Board 9 Manhattan and the West Harlem Seniors Coalition.
Continue readingCapturing The Essence Of New York: Inside Leica’s Expansive Flagship Store
In a nod to the vibrant energy and creative spirit of New York City, iconic German camera brand Leica has unveiled its sprawling new flagship store in the heart of the Big Apple.
Continue readingTune In To This Virtual Concert Celebrating Haitian Women With Riva Nyril Précil In Music
Tune in from wherever you are for the immersive work of Riva Nyril Précil at 7 pm EST, March 21st, 2024, for the next installment of our virtual program AFRO WAVES.
Continue readingCornell Tech Unveils Snazzy New Digital Guide On Bloomberg Connects!
Cornell Tech has launched a new, digital guide highlighting the many cultural attributes of its campus on Bloomberg Connects.
Continue readingHarlem Legend Rosa Guy, Harlem Writers Guild Co-Founder And More, 1922-2012
Rosa Cuthbert Guy, September 1, 1922 – June 3, 2012, was a Trinidad-born American writer who grew up in Harlem, New York.Continue reading
Cuerpo: Carlos Martiel At El Museo del Barrio In East Harlem
El Museo del Barrio in East Harlem is proud to present the first solo exhibition in a New York City museum of Carlos Martiel, the inaugural recipient of the Maestro Dobel Latinx Art Prize.
Continue readingAdvanced Paint By Numbers Projects – Challenging Designs
Are you on the hunt for paint by number kits that offer a bit more challenge? Look no further.
Continue readingThe Historic Harlem School Of The Arts Celebrates Janice Savin Williams
A special event was held under founder Dorothy Maynor’s watchful eyes, thanks to a beautiful photo mural that graces the lobby and overlooks the main performance hall.
Continue readingClaire Oliver Gallery’s New Exhibition, ‘Teetering On The Brink’ In Harlem
Claire Oliver Gallery is pleased to present Teetering on the Brink: Femininity, Inheritance, and Disaster, a special group exhibition marking the New York City debut of work by artists Sami Tsang, Ebony Russell, and Suyao Tian.
Continue readingA Short Film About Astronaut Ronald McNair Comes To “AfroPoP Digital Shorts”
Harlem-based Black Public Media’s series AfroPoP Digital Shorts continues on Monday, March 18, with For the Moon by Nile Price.
Continue readingChristopher Wynter: Between Moments From Harlem To Hualein At Skoto Gallery
Skoto Gallery is pleased to present Between Moments, an exhibition of recent paintings by the American artist Christopher Wynter.
Continue readingNYC’s Wonder World: Travel & Movie Poster Art At Poster House
Poster House, the first museum in the USA dedicated to the global history of posters (and 30 minutes from Harlem), will present four new exhibitions for the spring season.
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