Schomburg Centennial: Hidden Figures Recentered

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture—a national treasure and world-renowned institution located in the heart of Harlem. Home to more than 11 million items, the Schomburg Center is dedicated to preserving, sharing, and celebrating the richness of Black history and culture.

In celebration of this centennial milestone, National Black Theatre will present a special one-day event featuring five multidisciplinary micro-commissions that uplift the voices and legacies of Black women theatermakers. Drawing from the Schomburg’s expansive archives, each commission will creatively reimagine and respond to the work of a prolific Black woman creator through performance, sound, visual media, and storytelling—illuminating their enduring impact and cultural contribution.