The movement of African Americans after World War 1 was called the Harlem Renaissance because it took place in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City, which was a major center for African American culture and artistic expression during that time. The Harlem Renaissance was a period of cultural and intellectual growth for African Americans, with artists, writers, musicians, and thinkers creating work that celebrated African American heritage and challenged racial stereotypes. The term "Renaissance" was used to emphasize the rebirth and revitalization of African American culture and identity during this period.
