In the Virgin Islands and on Puerto Rican soil over 100 years ago, a child was born who gave his contribution to Black ...

Discover the history and significance of the Green Book, a vital resource for African American travelers during the civil ...

1874—Arthur Schomburg is born Ar­turo Alfonso Schomburg in Puerto Rico. After moving to New York City in April 1891, he became known over time as the “Sherlock Holmes” of Black histo­ry because of his ...

1874—Arthur Schomburg is born Ar­turo Alfonso Schomburg in Puerto Rico. After moving to New York City in April 1891, he became known over time as the “Sherlock Holmes” of Black histo­ry ...

You may also qualify for assistance through your advisers. Highly qualified candidates from underrepresented backgrounds may be eligible for assistance through the Arthur A. Schomburg Fellowship.

The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture has its roots in the Harlem Renaissance, one of the richest cultural ...

The Schomburg Center is celebrating its 100th anniversary while preserving more than 11 million items in the archive.