The Harlem Renaissance

African American author, educator, lawyer, diplomat, songwriter, & Leader for the NAACP

Who was the Jazz Band leader of the Cotton Club during the Harlem Renaissance

Harlem Renaissance artist who sought to express his sense of heritage in his art (paintings)

Efficient filmmaker who looked to target social issues and discrimination of African Americans

Time period in the 20th century which African American culture developed, started in New York

Which famous artist painted this titled "Jeunesse"?

Which famous artist constructed this sculpture titled: "Lift Every Voice and Sing"?

Who wrote the novel "Home to Harlem" which won a gold award in literature?

This female author was a civil rights activist and was known for her poems, novels, plays, etc.

Afro Caribbean Harlem-Renaissance writer, addressed issues like white racism w/ other writers

This Association helps with the fight for non-discrimination and advancement of Black Rights

Which African-American artist was also known as the "Father of Black American Art?

African-American writer of the Harlem Renaissance, wrote "Father of the Harlem Renaissance"

Recorded hit songs for five decades, and his music is still heard today through modern Jazz

Important poet/writer who portrayed African American life by Personal memories/experiences