Places to Visit in New York City for Black History Month

There are many famous black history sites to visit in New York City during February, which is Black History Month. This list highlights five places that are prominent places in the black history of New York City. Many of the key Black History Month sites are in Harlem.

SchomburgCenter for Research in Black Culture - The Schomburg Center, located at 515 Malcolm X Boulevard in Harlem, is one of the leading research centers focusing on the preservation and collecting of information on the experiences of people of African descent. According to information provided by the Schomburg Center's website, the Center is divided into several divisions: General Research and Reference Division, Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division, Art and Artifacts Division, Photographs and Prints Division, and Moving Image and Recorded Sound Division. These divisions feature documents, artifacts, recordings, photographs, artwork, and other items that highlight the African and black experience.

Apollo Theater - This famous entertainment landmark was built in 1914 in the heart of Harlem. It has been the showcase for some of the most influential and popular African-American performers and acts according to information on www.apollotheater.org/. Performers ranging from Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billie Holliday to Luther Vandross, James Brown, and Mariah Carey have performed at the Apollo Theater. The Apollo Theater is an excellent place to visit during Black History Month and they offer tours that highlight the significant contributions of blacks and Latinos to American music and entertainment. The Apollo Theater is located at 125^th Street in the heart of Harlem.