Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, New York Public Library

Our 8th annual Black Comic Book Festival starts at 10 AM. Check out our list of events for today. Can't attend? Join us on Livestream for the panel discussions. https://livestream.com/schomburgcenter #SchomCom2020.

2019 Highlight: Tashima Thomas

(3/3) #2019Highlight: Tashima Thomas, a fellow in the 2019-20 class of our Scholars-Residence program, discussed her research project “Afro-Gothic: Black Aesthetics of Horror – Past & Present.” #SchomburgCenter

(2/3) #2019Highlight: Isma’il Kushkush, a fellow in the 2019-20 class of our Scholars-in-Residence program, discussed his research project, its inspiration, and his background. #SchomburgCenter #MalcolmX

Isma'il Kushkush

(2/2) Isma’il Kushkush, a fellow in the 2019-20 class of our Scholars-in-Residence program, discussed his research project, its inspiration, and his background. #SchomburgCenter #SIR2020 #MalcolmX Isma'il Kushkush

Everyday Archive

#TBT: Check out this Harlem story recorded at our Open House in 2018. Share yours on Sat., Nov. 9. at this year’s event. Bring a photograph, a letter or anything that helps you tell your story about Harlem of the past or present. Open House starts at 12 Noon. RSVP and see the schedule of events for the day. ow.ly/t06730pOolm #SchomburgCenter #ThrowbackThursday #Harlem

About last night with Lakecia Benjamin... #WJF2019 #WomeninJazz Photos by Bob Gore for the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

Afro-Latino First Friday 2019

-In honor of Arturo Schomburg's Afro-Latino heritage and commitment to collecting materials that capture the contributions and creativity of the African Diaspora, the Schomburg Center and Afro-Latino Festival NYC are presented First Fridays: "Afro-Latino" Edition. This year, in recognition of Women’s History Month, we also celebrated Afro-Latino women and their impact on global society, history and culture.

The Journey of FILM/TV🎬: In 1909, William Foster started the first Black-owned film company in Chicago. Today, we're witnessing the golden age of African-American film and television. Head over to @googleearth to explore the full #TheJourneyOfUs collection we curated with @google this #BlackHistoryMonth: g.co/blackjourneys.

The Journey of DANCE🕺🏿: From hip hop to stepping, African-American hands and feet have significantly shaped dance culture in America. Head over to @googleearth to explore the full #TheJourneyOfUs collection we curated with @google this #BlackHistoryMonth: g.co/blackjourneys.

The Journey of BUSINESS📈: From hair salons to car manufacturers to media empires, Black entrepreneurs have found success across sectors. Head over to @googleearth to explore the full #TheJourneyOfUs collection we curated with @google this #BlackHistoryMonth: g.co/blackjourneys.

The Journey of ADVOCACY✊🏿: From Sojourner Truth to Martin Luther King, Jr., Black leaders have forever advocated for change. Head over to @googleearth to explore the full #TheJourneyOfUs collection we curated with @google this #BlackHistoryMonth: g.co/blackjourneys.

Between the Lines: For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Politics: Known as the “Colored Girls”, Donna Brazile, Yolanda Caraway, Leah Daughtry, and Minyon Moore are four of the most influential African American women in United States politics. As political strategists, organizers, CEOs, and more, they have made history and left an imprint on America’s political culture. Yet their stories, like those of so many African American women, are largely absent from the mainstream—until now. Join these remarkable women as they discuss their lives and political legacies, captured in the new book For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Politics, written with Veronica Chambers.

Educator Book Talk: Teaching for Black Lives

Schomburg Live: "Invisible" by Stephen L. Carter

We're live with author, Stephen Carter, to discuss his new release "Invisible." "Invisible" is the telling of the story of Eunice Hunton Carter, the forgotten black woman lawyer who took down America's most powerful mobster. The author will be in conversation Novella Ford, Associate Director of Public Programs and Exhibitions at the Schomburg Center and the author's daughter, Leah Carter. Ms. Carter, a Yale Law School and Dartmouth College graduate, conducted much of the research that largely shaped the narrative of the book. Stephen L. Carter is the bestselling author of six novels—including "Jericho’s Fall" and "New England White" —and eight works of non-fiction. His novel, "The Emperor of Ocean Park" spent eleven weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Formerly a law clerk for Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, he is the William Nelson Cromwell Professor of Law at Yale University, where he has taught for more than thirty-five years. Carter is also currently a columnist for The Bloomberg View.

If They Come for Me in the Morning: What Will Be Different for U.S. Historians

Live from the Archive: Looking for Lorraine

A New Social Contract: Black and Latinx Women: We must have a clear vision of a better world and challenge the architecture of injustice that targets Black and Latinx women with particular harshness. Black and Latinx women know the meaning of struggle well; we also know how to build community towards transformational change. We have ideas and models and believe in community and movement driven solutions. The panel discussion includes Akiba Solomon (Colorlines), Jacqueline Ebanks (Commission on Gender Equity, Mayor's Office), Farah Tanis (Black Women's Blueprint) and Cathy Albisa (National Economic Social Rights Initiative) on what a new social contract grounded in universal but equitable systems, democracy driven by community control, and human rights for Black and Latinx women would look like and what it would mean for our communities.

Talks at the Schomburg: The Startling Life of Pauli Murray

Talks at the Schomburg: The Startling Life of Pauli Murray

Home To Harlem Talks: Little Man, Little Man by James Baldwin

Between the Lines: Darnell L. Moore & Charlene A. Carruthers

Conversations in Black Freedom Studies: Black Health & Community Activism

Conversations in Black Freedom Studies: Black Health & Community Activism

Cut From a Different Cloth: The Queer Black Voice in Fashion

17th Annual Dr. Betty Shabazz Awards Ceremony: he simple phrase “Find the good and praise it,” handed down to Dr. Betty Shabazz from her mother, became the cornerstone of a life lived powerfully, honorably, sincerely, and provided a winning formula that moved her through all of life’s challenges. It is because of that that the Schomburg Center and Women In Islam, Inc. are proud to celebrate Dr. Shabazz's legacy at our annual Dr. Betty Shabazz Awards Ceremony, which recognizes women of all backgrounds and faiths who demonstrate unwavering and courageous dedication to helping others. This year we are honored to present the Dr. Betty Shabazz award posthumously to Her Excellency Winnie Madikizela-Mandela! Join us in celebrating the legacy of Dr. Shabazz and living examples of powerful and dedicated women. A reception will follow. @SchomburgCenter #BettyShabazzAwards

Celebrating what would have been James Baldwin’s 94th birthday today. We remain honored to be the stewards of the James Baldwin collection, with items that are always available to the public for viewing and research with your NYPL library card. Video: Schomburg Center Director Kevin Young discusses the Baldwin Collection on CBS This Morning, Juy 17, 2017. #HappyBirthday #JamesBaldwin

AfroLatinTalks | Talk IV: One on one with Ingrid Silva. Hosted by Marjua Estevez

AfroLatinTalks | Talk III: Race, Ethnicity and Justice in the Americas: This panel will address discrimination and racial bias in criminal, civil/human rights and immigration systems across the Americas. Throughout the region, tactics and strategies have historically been exchanged across borders by governments with disparate impact. By examining the similarities and differences in social and popular movements in the region we intend to use this as the start of a broader conversation in the hemisphere and beyond that challenges these widely used practices and ways of thinking.

Luncheon & Awards Keynote Speaker: Afrolatin Talks honoring Marielle Franco, Bernardo Cuero, Ingrid Silva and Urenna Best Keynote by: Urenna Best AWARD: Pioneers Award Acceptance and Keynote by Urenna Best

AfrolatinTalks | TALK II: The Census in the Americas: Identity and Resources: As the Census in several countries will take place or have recently taken place we will highlight the importance of the Census for Afrolatino communities throughout the Americas. Examining how movements are thinking beyond identity alone and start to understand the socio-economic, cultural, political and rights-based implications of identity we will advance

AfrolatinTalks | TALK I: The Intersection of Social: Media, Enterprises & Movements: This panel explores the intersection of three social phenomena. Social media, emblematic of Web 2.0 has helped amplify many voices particularly those previously unheard. Social movements and groups of community activists have been able to harness the power of social media in recent years. Similarly, social enterprise ventures have been built and grown exponentially behind social media. What does this intersection look like generally? As we enter year 4 of the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent we assess if/how the Afro Latino movement outside the US can benefit and how those seeking to establish an Afro Latino movement within the US, envision same to facilitate socio-economic development and political representation. The panelists will share their thoughts and experiences in their respective fields and help us envision a useful approach to effectively engaging all three "socials".

Schomburg Center Day of Solidarity: Join the Schomburg Center for a Day of Solidarity that will include an open forum and resource fair tackling contemporary issues of racism, immigration, detention and family separation. Highlighting the historic criminalization of racialized bodies, our Day of Solidarity will feature community organizers, activists, and guest speakers who amplify solidarity and grassroots activism. This event reflects the Schomburg Center’s role as a historic resource and accessible safe space, committed to serving the public and strengthening our communities. Registration is recommended, but not required. -- Acompañanos en el Schomburg Center para Dia de Solidaridad, un foro abierto y feria de recursos sobre asuntos contemporáneos de racismo, inmigración, detención, y la separación de familias. Alumbrando la criminalización de los cuerpos de diferente razas, Dia de Solidaridad incluirá organizadores, activistas, y oradores invitados quienes amplifican solidaridad y activismo de base. Este evento refleja el papel del Schomburg Center como un recurso histórico y espacio accesible, sirviendo al público y fortaleciendo nuestras comunidades. Se recomienda el registro, pero no es obligatorio.

@SchomburgLive: "Things That Make White People Uncomfortable" by Michael Bennett (Philadelphia Eagles)

Michael Bennett (Philadelphia Eagles) and Kadiatou Tubman of the Schomburg Center discuss sports and activism, how athletes can use their platforms to advance social justice, the importance of connecting to our history, family values and other themes from his new book "Things That Make White People Uncomfortable".

Carnival traditions in the African Diaspora with Nyguen Smith: A dynamic multi-sensory experience of performance, sound and visuals anchors a robust conversation between Denenge Duyst-Akpem and Nyguen Smith. The conversation will be framed within the context of masquerade, performance and spirituality contained in Carnival traditions in the African Diaspora with a focus on the Caribbean and how these elements inform and are present in the work of Smith and other leading artists in the diaspora.

Consecrating the Cosmos: Site-Specific Performance in our Langston Hughes Lobby with artists Nyugen E. Smith and D. Denenge Duyst-Akpem inspired by Langston Hughes’ poem “The Negro Speaks of Rivers”.

The Schomburg Teen Curators opening their new exhibition “Syncretic Vibrations” on view now in the American Negro Theatre.

The Schomburg’s Teen Curators exhibition opening of “Syncretic Vibrations” on view now in the American Negro Theatre.

@SchomburgLive: Zinzi Clemmons + Rio Cortez Discuss "What We Lose: A Novel"

Live from the Schomburg Shop with Zinzi Clemmons and Rio Cortez, discussing Zinzi's latest book "What We Lose: A Novel".

Bill Clinton & James Patterson: The President is Missing: Please join President Bill Clinton and the world’s bestselling author James Patterson as they discuss their forthcoming novel, The President is Missing, offering candid insights into their unique collaboration and research, as well as the timely and alarming issues their novel raises about our world today. The President is Missing marks the first time a President has collaborated with a bestselling novelist on a work of fiction. The result is a powerful, one-of-a-kind thriller filled with details only a President could know, and the kind of suspense only James Patterson can deliver. Author Bios: Bill Clinton was elected President of the United States in 1992. After two successful terms as president, he left the White House and established the Clinton Foundation, which improves lives across the United States and around the world by working together with partners to create economic opportunity, improve public health, and inspire civic engagement and service. He is the author of several nonfiction works, including MY LIFE, which was a #1 international bestseller. This is his first novel. James Patterson received the Literarian Award for Outstanding Service to the American Literary Community from the National Book Foundation. He holds the Guinness World Record for the most #1 New York Times bestsellers, and his books have sold more than 375 million copies worldwide. A tireless champion of the power of books and reading, Patterson created a new children’s book imprint, JIMMY Patterson, whose mission is simple: “We want every kid who finishes a JIMMY Book to say, ‘PLEASE GIVE ME ANOTHER BOOK.’” He has donated more than one million books to students and soldiers and funds over four hundred Teacher Education Scholarships at twenty-four colleges and universities. He has also donated millions of dollars to independent bookstores and school libraries. Patterson invests proceeds from the sales of JIMMY Patterson Book

Films at the Schomburg: The Gospel According to André: André Leon Talley has been a fixture in the world of fashion for so long that it’s difficult to imagine a time when he wasn’t defining the boundaries of great style. Kate Novack’s intimate portrait, The Gospel According to André takes viewers on an emotional journey from André’s roots growing up in the segregated Jim Crow South to become one of the most influential tastemakers and fashion curators of our times. Novack’s film draws fascinating, heretofore unexplored connections, between the elegance of André’s beloved grandmother and the Black Church of his youth and his later iconic, barrier-breaking work at publications like Women’s Wear Daily, W and Vogue. The Gospel According to André is a cinematic monument to one of the most unique figures of 20th Century American culture. Following the film André Leon Talley will be in conversation with director Kate Novack and Tamron Hall. This advance screening is presented in partnership with Magnolia Pictures and Maysles Documentary Center. (Only the talk will be livestreamed.) Image: André Leon Talley in THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ANDRÉ, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures. @SchomburgCenter #Filmsattheschomburg

Theater Talks: Tarell Alvin McCraney and Donja R. Love: Playwrights Tarell Alvin McCraney and Donja R. Love will join us for an evening exploring the impact of black queer voices in theater and the power of diverse narratives to propel humanity forward. Tarell Alvin McCraney is an Oscar®-winning screenwriter of Moonlight and a recipient of the MacArthur Fellowship Grant. His play CHOIR BOY will make its Broadway premiere at the MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Donja R. Love is an Afro-Queer playwright, poet, and filmmaker from Philadelphia. He's the recipient of the 2018 Laurents/Hatcher Foundation Award, the 2017 Princess Grace Playwriting Fellow. Love’s Sugar in Our Wounds has a 2018 World Premiere at Manhattan Theatre Club's Studio Stage II in June. @SchomburgCenter #SchomburgTheaterTalks