Harlem Collection (page 3)

New York / Harlem / Bayard
New York: Bayard House, on 110th Street, Harlem, between 1st and 2nd Avenue as it looked in 1800 Date: 1800

Walter Schultzen
WALTER SCHULTZEN Dutch merchant from Harlem - and his ship tossing in the waves behind him... Date: 17TH CENTURY

Shanties Harlem 1882 Etching published state
Artokoloro

1870, Knapp Map of Northern Manhattan, New York City, Harlem, Washington Heights, Inwood

1868, Knapp Map of Northern Manhattan, New York City, Harlem, Washington Heights, Inwood

BROOKLYN: RIOTS, 1964. Mrs. Anna Kelter reacts to the damage done to her store on Nostrand Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

NEW YORK: HARLEM, 1964. African American girls playing the street game, Skully as men converse, near the West 123rd Street police station, Harlem, New York. Photograph by Stanley Wolfson, 1964

NOONEY: HARLEM, c1940. Harlem River. Lithograph by Ann Nooney, c1940

OLDS: HARLEM, 1937. Harlem WPA Street Dance. Lithograph by Elizabeth Olds, 1937

ALSTON: HARLEM, c1940. Harlem Street Scene. Lithograph by Charles Henry Alson, c1940

MACBETH, 1936. Maurice Ellis as Macduff in the Federal Theatre Projects production of Macbeth at the Lafayette Theatre in Harlem, 1936

MACBETH, 1936. Jack Carter as Macbeth in the Federal Theatre Projects production of Macbeth at the Lafayette Theatre in Harlem, 1936

MACBETH, 1936. Actors in the Federal Theatre Projects production of Macbeth at the Lafayette Theatre in Harlem, 1936

MACBETH, 1936. A crowd outside the Lafayette Theatre in Harlem, on the opening night of the Federal Theatre Projects production of Macbeth. Photograph, 1936

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. A shave ice seller on Lenox Avenue and 133rd Street in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. A peanut seller on Lenox Avenue and 133rd Street in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. A newsstand on the street in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. A shoeshine man in New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. Street scene on 125th Street and 7th Avenue in New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

CLEVELAND ROBINSON (1914-1995). American labor leader and civil rights activist. On the second floor of the National Headquarters of the March on Washington in Harlem, New York

MACBETH, 1936. J. Lewis Johnson in the Federal Theatre Projects production of Macbeth at the Lafayette Theatre in Harlem, 1936

MACBETH, 1936. The Federal Theatre Projects production of Macbeth at the Lafayette Theatre in Harlem, 1936

MACBETH, 1936. Cast members of the Federal Theatre Projects production of Macbeth at the Lafayette Theatre in Harlem, 1936

MACBETH, 1936. Jack Carter and Edna Thomas in the Federal Theatre Projects production of Macbeth at the Lafayette Theatre in Harlem. Photograph, 1936

HUMPHREY AND KINGS, 1964. Vice President-elect Hubert Humphrey shaking hands with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as Coretta Scott King looks on, at a rally at the 369th Regiment Armory in Harlem

BRANDFIELD: SAVOY, c1940. The Savoy. Lithograph by Dayton Brandfield, c1940

KOVNER: BATHERS, 1939. Bathers, Harlem River. Lithograph by Saul Kovner, 1939

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. Shoeshiners outside of a butcher shop in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. Boys on the street in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. A beauty salon, probably in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK CITY, 1938. A man sleeping in the doorway of the Loews Victoria Theatre in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK: EAST HARLEM. Construction of the James Weldon Johnson Houses, covering 112th Street to 115th Street between Park Avenue and Third Avenue in East Harlem, New York City

BAYARD RUSTIN (1912-1987). American civil rights activist. Speaking outside the Hotel Theresa in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Stanley Wolfson, 1965

NEW YORK: CHILDRENs HOUSE. Utopia Childrens House. Photograph by Jack Allison, 1938

NEW YORK: HARLEM, 1943. A street scene in Harlem, New York. Photograph by Gordon Parks, May 1943

HARLEM: CHILDREN, 1943. Children on the street in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Gordon Parks, May 1943

HARLEM: WOMAN, 1943. A woman and her dog in the window of their apartment in Harlem, New York City. Photograph by Gordon Parks, May 1943

HARLEM: POLICEMAN, 1943. A policeman from Harlem, New York. Photograph by Gordon Parks, May 1943

HARLEM: NaCP OFFICE, 1945. Photograph by John Vachon

JELLY ROLL MORTON (1885-1941). Ferdinand Joseph La Menthe. American musician. Jelly Roll Morton (at piano) with his group, The Red Hot Peppers, 1926

Sleighing at Harlem, New York, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1873 Engraving

The Weigh House and the Crane on the Spaarne in Harlem, Gerrit Adriaensz. Berckheyde, 1660 - 1698

Church of St. Bavo in Haarlem, 1666 (oil on panel)
BAL178007 Church of St. Bavo in Haarlem, 1666 (oil on panel) by Berckheyde, Gerrit Adriaensz (1638-98); 60.5x84.5 cm; Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Dutch, out of copyright

NEW YORK: MORNINGSIDE. View of Morningside Park in Harlem, New York City. Engraving, American, c1898

NEW YORK: Y. M. C. A. 1887. Building of the Harlem branch of the Young Mens Christian Association
NEW YORK: Y.M.C.A. 1887. Building of the Harlem branch of the Young Mens Christian Association (Y.M.C.A.). Engraving, American, 1887

HARLEM HIGH BRIDGE, 1854. The High Bridge over the Harlem River, New York. Wood engraving, American, 1854

HARLEM HIGH BRIDGE, c1904. The High Bridge over the Harlem River from the east side, New York. Stereograph, c1904

NEW YORK: BLIZZARD OF 1899. A street in Harlem, New York after the blizzard that buried the city in snow, 13 February 1899

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"Harlem: A Cultural Melting Pot Through the Lens of History" Step back in time to 1943, where a young newsboy from Harlem captures the essence of this vibrant neighborhood. Gordon Parks' photograph immortalizes the spirit and resilience that defined Harlem during that era. Within its streets, influential figures like Malcolm X emerged, leaving an indelible mark on American history. Born as Malcolm Little, he would become a religious and political leader who fought tirelessly for civil rights. Brownstone buildings stood tall in Harlem's landscape, serving as witnesses to its rich heritage. These architectural gems became symbols of community and pride for residents. In dance halls across Harlem in 1941, three dancers showcased their skills with the energetic Harlem conga. This unique blend of lindy hop, conga, and kangaroo hop encapsulated the infectious rhythm that echoed through every corner of this neighborhood. Sports also thrived within these streets. The women basketball players displayed their talent and determination long before it was widely recognized or celebrated. Adelaide Hall graced stages worldwide with her mesmerizing performances at venues like Hammersmith Palais. Her rehearsals in Copenhagen brought joy to audiences far beyond New York City. The Apollo Theatre became synonymous with entertainment excellence in Harlem. Its iconic stage witnessed legendary acts that captivated audiences from all walks of life. Amidst all the hustle and bustle, Baby Grand Cafe offered respite for locals seeking delicious cuisine accompanied by soulful melodies filling the air. Inside Montmarte nightclub's Chez Florence, patrons reveled in an atmosphere brimming with excitement and sophistication—a testament to Harlem's thriving nightlife scene. Nina Mae McKinney shone brightly as an actress during a time when opportunities were scarce for black performers. Her elegance radiated through studio portraits while she broke barriers on London stages with "That Harlem Rhythm. " Harlem has always been more than just a place; it is a cultural phenomenon that continues to inspire and captivate.