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Harlem's Beacon
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

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The Spirit of the word
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.

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Our Weekly Workshops

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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.

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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.

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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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20 East 127th Street, New York, New York 10035, United States

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