They will pay tribute to Black identity in Upper Manhattan

Black identity in Upper Manhattan will be the focus of a cultural tribute aimed at recognizing the roots, history, and expressions of the Afro-descendant community in this area of New York City.

The activity will be focused on highlighting the legacy of the Black population and its relationship with the cultural identity of the communities residing in Upper Manhattan, where different traditions of African and Caribbean origin converge.

The meeting will also highlight the presence of Afro-descendant culture in community life, as well as its connection to the social and cultural manifestations of the inhabitants of this New York area.

Black identity and roots

Black identity in Upper Manhattan is part of the history of New York neighborhoods that have welcomed generations of immigrants, including citizens from the Dominican Republic and other Caribbean countries.

The tribute seeks to highlight that cultural heritage and recognize the expressions that are part of the Black identity and the traditions of the Afro-descendant communities established in this area of the city.