Overview of the Era
Overview of the Era
Watch this quick video to get a sense of this time period. You will hear the names associated with music, art, and poetry during the Harlem Renaissance. As you listen and watch, what questions do you have? What might you like to learn more about?
Common Themes of the Harlem Renaissance:
The influence of oppression
Black Identity
Community
The everyday experiences of Black people
Equality
Black Life in the South and North