Harlem Renaissance 1920s. What was it? Great cultural movement of the 1920s Migration to the North (post Civil War) Many African Americans moved to Harlem.

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Harlem Renaissance 1920s

What was it? Great cultural movement of the 1920s Migration to the North (post Civil War) Many African Americans moved to Harlem Produced a cultural center for artistic inspiration and production

Movement for Diversity Respect for African art and culture HR artists insisted on being accepted as “collaborators and participants in American civilization”

Types of Art Painting, Sculptures, Wood carvings Dancing Music—Jazz and Blues Photography

Journalism Crisis Opportunity Promoted African American voices

Literature African American writers affirmed the role of black talent in American culture Discussed important, volatile issues Race Class Religion Gender ***Important byproduct: Affirmation of black dialect as legitimate in American language

The End of the Era Depression of 1930s depleted funds that had provided support However, the movement forever changed American culture Foundation was laid for future African American artists and authors