Why Harlem feels like a secret playground for curious kids.
Every corner hides a story, and every doorway invites a new adventure. From glowing trees to magical libraries, Harlem’s streets spark wonder and imagination. Step in and see what secrets you’ll find.
🎵 Dick Griffin — 9 albums with Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Charles Mingus's big band, inventor of "circularphonics" — plays the Harlem Jazz Series 6/19. A living legend. 🔥
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Harlem feels magical when the streets tell a story. Jazz drifts from 125th Street, murals speak on 7th Avenue, and Sylvia’s still serves fresh cornbread. That’s the soul that makes a place feel alive. #TheHarlemTimeTrotters#HarlemHistory
What makes a Harlem story stay with you? It’s the real people, big dreams, and moments that make you feel like you’re right there. Stories that spark wonder and keep Harlem’s spirit in your mind long after the last word. What Harlem story moved you most? #TheHarlemTimeTrotters
🎵 Dick Griffin — 9 albums with Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Charles Mingus's big band, inventor of "circularphonics" — plays the Harlem Jazz Series 6/19. A living legend. 🔥
#DickGriffin#HarlemJazz#LiveJazz#Trombone
🎺 Austrian-born, Harlem-rooted. Franz Hackl's IDO Quartet hits the Harlem Jazz Series 6/12! Tyrolean folk + jazz improvisation = something you've never heard before. 🔥
#FranzHackl#HarlemJazz#IDOQuartet#LiveJazz
🎉Starting June 19, The Obama Presidential Center is your home for fun, inspiration and activities of all kinds this Summer and on into the year!
🇺🇲To honor the 250th anniversary of the founding of America, and to inspire visitors to shape our shared future, we are hosting “You Are America,” a series of talks, performances, films, and community events.
🎇The series will kick off with a free Independence Day celebration on July 4 called “The People’s Fourth,” featuring live music, self-guided tours, and family-friendly activities across the campus.
Get closer to nature, and your neighbors, Summer Garden Gatherings in the Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit and Vegetable Garden will run every other week from July 12 to Sept. 20, in partnership with Urban Growers Collective.
🎂Celebrate President Obama’s birthday with an all-ages karaoke DJ set Aug. 4! Get ready to sing along to classics from soul, R&B, and contemporary hits.
📖To create a little quiet and connection, we’re partnering with the Chicago Public Library to host storytime inside our new library branch.
🏐And local youth can discover their potential at the Teen Action Lab, in partnership with After School Matters, with hands-on sports, leadership, and wellness programs.
👟Meanwhile, older adults can hit their stride on campus through At Your Pace, a walk-run club led by Peace Runners 773.
We can’t wait for you to join us for these, and so many more things to do! We’re just getting started!
Check out the full event calendar: https://t.co/a50FLDpGF5
Ever notice how a simple street corner in Harlem holds stories that shine bright like city lights? It's the little clues—names on doors, murals, even trees—that make history feel big and unforgettable. What word comes to mind when you think of Harlem? Drop it below!
Don't miss your chance to get the best sunset photo of the year - catch Manhattanhenge, when the sun lines up perfectly with the city streets for a few minutes. It only happens twice a year, so don’t miss this stunning view this Thursday and Friday!
Harlem's history feels like a cozy storybook—warm, bold, easy to picture. We meet real people, not just dates. Step into their shoes and hear their tales. Comment "Find Out"
Explore the story https://t.co/Ry46QRTNmk #TheHarlemTimeTrotters#HarlemHistory
🎷 T.K. Blue LIVE at Harlem Jazz Series | May 22, 2026
Pan-African jazz master, protégé of Jimmy Heath, collaborator with Abdullah Ibrahim—85+ recordings of pure brilliance. Don't miss this legend!
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Manhattanhenge on 42nd Street, Times Square in New York City
Summer 2026 Dates
May 28 at 8:14 PM ET: Half Sun on the Grid
May 29 at 8:13 PM ET: Full Sun on the Grid
July 11 at 8:20 PM ET: Full Sun on the Grid
July 12 at 8:21 PM ET: Half Sun on the Grid