What were the social and economic conditions that led to the emergence of the Harlem Renaissance?

In a broad sense, I will be investigating the Harlem Renaissance and its impact on African American culture, history, and American history.

Here are some questions that I will be investigating and guiding my research:

What were the social and economic conditions that led to the emergence of the Harlem Renaissance?
In what ways did the Harlem Renaissance influence the perception of African American Identity and Culture?
What were the major themes and styles in visual, musical, and literary arts created during this time?
Were there controversies or criticisms within the African American community regarding the goals or methods of the Harlem Renaissan

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