Central Harlem

Take a tour of Harlem with a local

(Best suited for adults and kids 12+ that have a strong interest in culture and history.)

About

Harlem is a cultural hub and a significant center of African-American history and culture. Join tour guide and native New Yorker, Joseph Landon, for this unforgettable walk in one of the city’s most important neighborhoods.

In the early 1900s, Harlem experienced a massive influx of African Americans during the Great Migration, who were seeking better job opportunities and escaping racial discrimination in the South. This led to a cultural explosion, as Black artists, musicians, writers, and intellectuals flocked to Harlem, and the neighborhood became the epicenter of Black culture and creativity, known as the Harlem Renaissance.

Despite the Harlem Renaissance ending in the 1930s, Harlem continued to be a hub for Black culture and activism throughout the 20th century. The Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s brought new energy and activism to Harlem, as Black leaders and organizations worked tirelessly to achieve racial equality and justice.

As we walk through Harlem, we’ll also see street art and numerous murals that celebrate the neighborhood’s rich cultural history and diversity. We’ll learn about the Great Migration, the Harlem Renaissance, and the African-American experience, which have all contributed to shaping Harlem into the vibrant and dynamic community it is today.