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Harlem's Beacon
The Langston Hughes House
Step into the legacy of one of America's most celebrated poets, Langston Hughes. Nestled in the heart of Harlem, this historic residence is more than just a museum—it's a vibrant gathering place that brings together artists, scholars, and the community. Here, Hughes crafted some of his most influential works, and today
Upcoming Events
The Spirit of the word
Last week, we were honored to host Professor James Smalls, an activist, scholar, and former Imam of Malcolm X's Mosque, for a lecture on the Spirit of Spoken Word and the Origins of Poetry. Check out the recap and performances from this inspiring event.
Our Weekly Workshops
Langston's Parlor Poetry Workshop
Join us every week at Langston's Parlor, a vibrant and welcoming poetry workshop hosted at the historic Langston Hughes House. This community-led gathering invites poets of all levels to collectively refine their craft, share their work, and draw inspiration from thoughtfully curated prompts and the creative energy of fellow poets.
African Drumming Class w/ Yahaya Kabore
Come join us for African Drum Class with Burkina Faso born master musician Yahaya Kabore. Learn the dialogue of the drum lines of Dioula, Warba, Gourissie, Gourmatch , Salout, Wiré & Dagarie. You'll have the opportunity to learn different instruments that are provided in the class.
About The Langston Hughes House
Our Mission
At The Langston Hughes House, our mission is to provide
a space that expresses and preserves the legacy, history and artistic unity by which Langston Hughes Lived. We strive to bring you unique experiences that embody the spirit of Harlem and Langston Hughes.
Our Team
Our team of community activists, writers, and members of Harlem who are passionate about the arts and legacy of Langston Hughes. We work tirelessly to ensure that our events are is informative, engaging, and enjoyable to all who step into the house.
Our Partners
We have partnerships with some of the biggest names in Harlem, including major churches, the community board, and other local companies. These partnerships allow us to bring you more events and educational services.
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Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
