Lincoln Center, panel discussion and related article
Legacies of San Juan Hill: New York City's Black Bohemia (1900–1920)
Jun 22, 2023
In this talk, leading scholars and cultural leaders discuss the origins of San Juan Hill and how the founding of that neighborhood reflects the struggles and triumphs of the African diaspora in New York City over one hundred years ago, while shining a light on today.
Moderator: Dr. Vanessa K. Valdés (Associate Provost for Community Engagement, The City College of New York)
Panelists: Marcy Sacks (Professor of History, Albion College) Rhonda Evans (Assistant Chief Librarian, Schomburg Center) Ron Scott (Writer, Amsterdam News)