The flowering of African American arts in the 1920s became known as the Harlem Renaissance. This cultural movement centered in Harlem, New York, celebrated Black literature, music, and visual arts, showcasing the richness of African American culture. Key figures included writers like Langston Hughes and Zora Neale Hurston, as well as musicians like Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong. The Harlem Renaissance played a crucial role in redefining how African Americans were perceived in society.
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