Welcome to our walking tour of Harlem, Upper Manhattan! In this episode, we explore the vibrant era of the Harlem Renaissance, celebrating Black history, the Jazz Age, and the enduring legacy of the Revolutionary War.

Tour Itinerary:

• The Apollo Theater (253 W 125th St): Our tour kicks off at the very heart of Harlem’s cultural legacy. Opening its doors to Black entertainers in 1934, the Apollo became famous for its Amateur Nights, launching the careers of musical legends like Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown.
• Hotel Theresa (125th St & Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd): Walking east, we reach the striking white terracotta facade of the Hotel Theresa. Known in its mid-20th-century heyday as the "Waldorf of Harlem," it served as a welcoming hub for Black celebrities, activist ...