Celebrating Black Artists: Set 1

Even as discrimination forced them to the margins of society, black artists have made a tremendous impact on American culture. Your students will gain a deeper understanding of how multiple artistic disciplines have benefited from black excellence. Covering the titans of music like Duke Ellington, legendary poets like Langston Hughes, and lesser-known figures like sculptor Augusta Savage, this accessible set offers rich profiles of the amazing black men and women who have shaped American art.
• Correlates directly with state curricular standards for social studies, which specifically touch on the Harlem Renaissance
• Designed to offer greater representation of the many artistic contributions of black Americans
• Detailed Chronology, Chapter Notes and Further Reading sections offer in-depth information and additional resources for study