Schomburg Center in Harlem marks 100th anniversary with year-long celebrations

abc7ny.com February 4, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC

The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem is preparing to celebrate its 100th anniversary. The year-long events will start in May and include a new exhibition and the Schomburg Centennial Festival in June. The exhibition will showcase rare items from its extensive collection, which includes archives from notable figures like James Baldwin and Maya Angelou. The president of the New York Public Library emphasized the importance of recognizing African American history as a vital part of American history.


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