Harlem Renaissance Kids Hoodies

The Black Renaissance was a movement with The Harlem Renaissance being at the center of that movement. The Harlem Renaissance was an intellectual, social, and artistic explosion centered around the Harlem neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City spanning the Mid 1910s till the early 1930s

It is a very little known historic fact that Maestro Cab Calloway, former master-of-ceremonies at Harlem's iconic Cotton Club, band leader, musician, singer, actor, racial activist, and entrepreneur is the individual most responsible for the world coming to recognize New York City as the Big Apple. Calloway published his Hepster's Dictionary in 1938, that for the first time DEFINED "Apple" in print as "the big town, the main stem, Harlem," which by 1944 had sold over two million copies worldwide, introducing the original Harlem slang term to the rest of the planet as the Harlem Renaissance era was coming to a close

African American Cultural Movement 1922

Celebrate Harlem and its musical influence with this vintage design.

Black couple during in Harlem

Harlem Week Celebration Music Design. Great gift for Harlem Week. Or just celebrate the culture of The Black Mecca Of The World. Perfect for a souvenir. #Harlemweek

Harlem Renaissance 1920 Painting

Mural by the African American painter Aaron Douglas (1899-1979) titled 'Aspects of Negro Life: From Slavery to Reconstruction' (1934).

I Love Harlem

All Dolled Up 1920's Flapper Women's Tee

This illustration identifies the unity implicit in Harlem's diverse population comprised people from around the world of African-heritage. When Harlem become a predominantly Black community a century ago, around 1920, it was not only the result of the Great Migration, Black Southerners moving north to escape the worst of Jim Crow, during the same era there was a mass migration of Black West Indians to Harlem as well. Marcus Garvey of Jamaica, arriving in Harlem in 1916, is a prime example. Since then, Harlem has been a magnet for Africans across the continent who've migrated to New York City and culturally meshed with there extended Afrocentric siblings

This illustration speaks to the historical fact that The Big Apple, as the world has come to know New York City, was originally a Harlem slang term spoken exclusively by African Americans

There are years that ask questions and years that answer.

Zora Neale Hurston was an American folklorist and writer associated with the Harlem Renaissance.

Zora Neale Hurston was an American folklorist and writer associated with the Harlem Renaissance.

Illustration describes Harlem as the premiere destination and hub for communication and interaction among nomads of the African Diaspora, symbolizing ethnic and ancestral diversity, inclusion and solidarity

This illustration celebrates Harlem as one of New York City's most iconic neighborhoods for its history, institutions, and culture, making the city very appealing, what you would expect of a Big Apple

There are years that ask questions and years that answer.

Writer and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston was an essential member of the Harlem Renaissance. She researched the African-American folklore and daily life, drawing inspiration from it. Her most recognized work was Their Eyes Were Watching God.

This collection pays homage to the literary giants who have shaped the way we see the world. From Langston Hughes’ inspiring verses to Jane Austen's witticisms, our designs transport you to worlds of imagination and enlightenment. Wear the words that resonate with your soul, and celebrate the authors who have left an indelible mark on literature. Surround yourself with the power of words and let your favorite authors inspire you every day. Click on the “Literature” album in our storefront to see all our authors and quotes!

Zora Neale Hurston was an American folklorist and writer associated with the Harlem Renaissance.

A powerful quote from one of the greatest poets from the Harlem Renaissance, Langston Hughes. This line comes from his famous poem about equality, "I, Too". This is an item from our literary collection which pays homage to the literary giants who have shaped the way we see the world. From Langston Hughes’ inspiring verses to Jane Austen's witticisms, our designs transport you to worlds of imagination and enlightenment. Wear the words that resonate with your soul, and celebrate the authors who have left an indelible mark on literature. Surround yourself with the power of words and let your favorite authors inspire you every day. Click on the “Literature” album in our storefront to see all our authors and quotes!

Writer and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston was an essential member of the Harlem Renaissance. She researched the African-American folklore and daily life, drawing inspiration from it. Her most recognized work was Their Eyes Were Watching God.

Writer and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston was an essential member of the Harlem Renaissance. She researched the African-American folklore and daily life, drawing inspiration from it. Her most recognized work was Their Eyes Were Watching God.

Langston Hughes, American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright and author of I, Too, The Weary Blues, The Negro Speaks of Rivers and The Dream keeper and Other Poems.

Vintage Jazz Festival Poster Art Design.

Langston Hughes, American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright and author of I, Too, The Weary Blues, The Negro Speaks of Rivers and The Dream keeper and Other Poems.

More than just a neighborhood, Harlem is a symbol of Black resilience, creativity, and power. This design celebrates the rich history of Harlem and its enduring impact on American culture.

With this image, we celebrate African-American writer Wallace Thurman, the author of The Blacker the Berry: A Novel of Negro Life

With this image, we celebrate African-American writer Wallace Thurman, the author of The Blacker the Berry: A Novel of Negro Life

James Weldon Johnson was an African-American poet, novelist, and activist, well known as a part of the Harlem Renaissance movement. He was also a US consul in Venezuela and Nicaragua.

James Weldon Johnson was an African-American poet, novelist, and activist, well known as a part of the Harlem Renaissance movement. He was also a US consul in Venezuela and Nicaragua.

With this image, we celebrate black activist and writer Hubert Harrison (1883-1927).

With this image, we celebrate black activist and writer Hubert Harrison (1883-1927).

With this image, we celebrate African-American writer, scholar, and philosopher Alain Locke.

With this image, we celebrate African-American writer, scholar, and philosopher Alain Locke.