"The Harlem Renaissance" refers to a cultural, artistic, and intellectual movement that emerged in the early 20th century, primarily in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City. Lasting roughly from the 1910s to the mid-1930s, the Harlem Renaissance was a period of significant African American cultural flourishing. During this time, African American writers, artists, musicians, and intellectuals converged in Harlem, creating a vibrant cultural scene. Writers such as Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, Claude McKay, and Countee Cullen produced literature that celebrated African American identity and experiences. Their works explored themes of racial pride, identity, and social justice.