AuthorA Collier

A. Collier is a Harlem-born writer whose bold voice captures the soul of Uptown life with sharp wit and cultural reverence. As a lead contributor for HarlemAmerica, Collier blends investigative storytelling with poetic realism, spotlighting unsung heroes and untold histories.

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Black Cowboys in Harlem

Did you know the first Black rodeo was started in Harlem? “I showed the whole world: there have always been Black cowboys,” says Dr. George...

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Harlem Week 2021

Harlem Week is August 6th through the 15th this year. And while last year’s celebrations were mostly virtual, this year is going to be “a...

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Black-Owned Harlem

Harlem has often been called the Mecca of Black Culture for its long and storied history. And today, the Black voices that came from Harlem...

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Fashion Icons of Harlem

Harlem is world-renowned for its contributions to many creative, artistic, and social justice icons. So of course it’s no surprise that...

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Reasons to Love Harlem

Harlem is known for live jazz music, soul food rest Harlem is known for live jazz music, soul food restaurants, and many monuments and...

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Quick History of Harlem

Harlem, often dubbed the Mecca of black culture, has history bursting out of every brownstone. So many people, places, and events that...