The Harlem Renaissance

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  1. 5. Poet of the Harlem Renaissance, known for "The Negro Speaks of Rivers.
  2. 7. A famous Harlem nightclub where many artists performed.
  3. 8. A prominent female sculptor of the Harlem Renaissance, known for works like Gamin.
  4. 9. The movement of African Americans from the rural South to northern cities in search of better opportunities.
  5. 10. A popular musical that brought African American performers to Broadway.
  6. 12. An artist known as the “Father of African American Art,” celebrated for his powerful murals and illustrations.
  7. 13. A term describing a cultural revival or flourishing.
  8. 14. A term popularized by Alain Locke, symbolizing pride and progress in African American identity and culture.
  9. 16. The 1920s era, marked by the popularity of jazz music and cultural innovation.
  10. 18. The economic crisis beginning in 1929, which impacted cultural activities in Harlem.
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  1. 1. A movement promoting unity and solidarity among people of African descent worldwide, advocating for liberation and cultural pride.
  2. 2. A painting series by Jacob Lawrence, depicting the struggles and triumphs of the Great Migration.
  3. 3. A mural series by Aaron Douglas, portraying African American history and heritage.
  4. 4. Jazz composer and bandleader associated with the Cotton Club.
  5. 6. The 20th-century movement advocating for African American equality and justice, inspired in part by the Harlem Renaissance.
  6. 11. Jazz trumpeter known for his innovation and iconic voice.
  7. 15. Neighborhood in New York City, central to the Renaissance.
  8. 17. Famous theater in Harlem that showcased African American talent.