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Join one of Harlem One Stop’s neighborhood historians, John Reddick for a 90-minute stroll along two of Harlem s most famous and historic streets: Lenox Avenue, one of the widest streets in New York City-from which the Empire State Building and the towers of Mid-town are clearly visible looking south and, 125th Street the pulse of what is best known as the Mecca for Black America. Discover the rich history of the area as you explore the surrounding neighborhood and experience the energy and vitality of Harlem’s second renaissance.

Along the way, a quick stop at the Harlem Market at 116th Street and the Malcolm Shabazz Masjid (Mosque of Islam), now the East coast headquarters for the Moslem faith. From goods of Africa s Diasporas to Harlem Made at 119th Street, a collective for Harlem s arts and crafts artisans.
Church life has long been a source of strength and support to Harlem's Black community, marshaling both spiritual and political forces. Along the way, we will see Mt. Olivet Church at 120th and Lenox which in 1906 was the Temple Israel, a place of worship for Harlem s wealthy Jewish residents.
By 1920, however, Harlem was becoming predominantly a black neighborhood, the Jewish population had dwindled, and by 1925, this synagogue was acquired by the Mount Olivet Baptist Church. Next, the Ebenezer Gospel Tabernacle; and, stop-in at the St. Martin s Protestant Episcopal Church, one of New York City’s finest examples of Romanesque Revival style.
A stroll along Lenox Avenue will not be complete without a tour of the Mount Morris Historic District between 118th and 124th Streets, with its magnificent stoops and stately townhouses which, in the 1880s, were primarily occupied by wealthy white protestant families.
Contact Information: Lawrence Rodriguez at casafrela@runbox.com

Details of Route and Highlights:
122nd St: 11 West 122nd Street - Tour begins at a beautiful brownstone on 122nd Street between Lenox and 5th Avenue
119th St: Harlem Made -Tee Shirts and Souvenirs
119th St: 47 West 119th Street – Casa Frela Gallery
121st St: Turning Heads (new Harlem), Owens Funeral Home Where Beauty softens your grief (old Harlem)
121st St: Mount Morris Historic District - W. 119th to 124th Streets
122nd St: Settepani Café Distinctive Food, Pastries & Coffee (new Harlem)
125th St: Lenox Lounge, one of the most celebrated jazz haunts in Harlem Lovingly restored 1939 Moderne Bar & “Zebra Room” Restaurant
125th St: 55 W. Former President Bill Clinton s Office Bldg. To quote Chris Rock, “Bill Clinton was America’s first “Black” President” and locating his post-presidential office in Harlem has only enhanced that statement.
125th St: Apollo Theatre, 253 West 125th Undergoing restoration of its historic façade, the Apollo continues to offer it’s legendary “Amateur Night” every Wednesday along with a host of special programs.
 Click here to view Harlem One Stop's website.
Click here to view the West Harlem Community Preservation Organization website.
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transpixel Explore and Discover Hidden Treasures in Harlem Saturday, January 28th at 10:00am Join local historian and preservationist, John Reddick, in a 2-hour walking tour and exploration of historic monuments and historic districts in West and Central Harlem. Meeting Location: 116th and Broadway, in front of Columbia U. gates Ticket price: $15.00 per person RSVP 212-658-9160 Saturday, January 28th from 12PM – 5PM (Free Jazz Concert starting at 7:00PM) Closing Reception at Casa Frela Gallery, (Water, inner landscape), located at 47 West 119th St, between Lenox and 5th Ave. Admission Free RSVP 212-722-8577. transpixel
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Explore and Discover Hidden Treasures in Harlem


Saturday, January 28th at 10:00am
Join local historian and preservationist, John Reddick, in a 2-hour walking tour and exploration of historic monuments and historic districts in West and Central Harlem.

Meeting Location: 116th and Broadway, in front of Columbia U. gates Ticket price: $15.00 per person
RSVP 212-658-9160

Saturday, January 28th from 12PM – 5PM
(Free Jazz Concert starting at 7:00PM)
Closing Reception at Casa Frela Gallery, (Water, inner landscape), located at 47 West 119th St, between Lenox and 5th Ave. Admission Free
RSVP 212-722-8577.


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