There is No Harlem Renaissance Without Black Women

Gain insight into the influence of Black women in shaping the Harlem Renaissance at a free talk complementary to The Wolfsonian's Silhouettes: Image and Word in the Harlem Renaissance exhibit. There is No Harlem Renaissance Without Black Women, presented by Dr. Jeffreen M. Hayes, dives deep into the untold stories of these visionary artists and writers.

While the movement's impact is undeniable, the contributions of these women were often overshadowed. This talk, co-presented by FIU's Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab and leading academic departments, offers a chance to rewrite the narrative. 

Join Dr. Jeffreen M. Hayes on Friday, June 7 at The Wolfsonian-FIU as she sheds light on the groundbreaking works of Augusta Savage, Zora Neale Hurston, Selma Burke and other pioneering women. Discover how their art and writing carved a permanent space for Black women in this extraordinary cultural period. 

This event is co-presented with FIU's Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab, Center for Women's and Gender Studies, College of Arts, Sciences & Education and Department of English.