Harlem Renaissance and the Tropics | Panel Discussion

Explore the cultural reach of the Caribbean in the Harlem Renaissance, inspired by our exhibition "Silhouettes: Image and Word in the Harlem Renaissance." This panel discussion drew connections between the broader cultural movement and the tropics—featuring works in the show, while offering fresh perspectives and insights into this transformative time. Panelists Alexandra Cornelius, Associate Teaching Professor of History | Florida International University Heather Russell, Professor of Literature | Florida International University Chantalle Verna, Associate Professor of History | Florida International University Samantha Noël, Associate Professor of Art History | Wayne State University Moderated by Shawn Christian, English Department (Recorded on June 23, 2024). For more information about our exhibitions, events, and collection, visit wolfsonian.org or follow us on Instagram.