This richly informative and gorgeously illustrated book celebrates Harlem's vibrant traditions, past and present.

 

A is for Apollo Theatre
L is for Liberation Bookstore
U is for Uptown

 

Discover the Harlem icons that have defined generations of American culture. Harlem is full of remarkable treasures, including museums, performance spaces, community centers, and more--all of which come to life in this lavish celebration of Harlem as an epicenter of African American history and a vibrant neighborhood that continues to shape our world. At once a love letter and a rich alphabetical archive, H Is for Harlem highlights communities and traditions that connect our past and present.