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His work 'Cane' is regarded as a high literary achievement of the Harlem Renaissance, mixing poetry and prose to explore issues of race and identity.

A central figure in the Harlem Renaissance, Hughes was known for his innovative jazz poetry and for works such as 'The Weary Blues' which reflect the lives and voices of black Americans.

His art captured the essence of the Harlem Renaissance and he is known for his contributions as a visual artist portraying African-American subjects.

McKay wrote about social and political concerns from a black standpoint, and his poems, including 'If We Must Die,' resonated with the struggles against racism.

Influenced by the traditional poetic style, Cullen's work dealt with issues of racial identity and idealism, as seen in 'Color' and 'Copper Sun.'

Hurston contributed with her portrayal of racial struggles in the South, especially in her 1937 novel 'Their Eyes Were Watching God.'

Baker was celebrated as a performer and dancer, also known for her work in Paris, which defied racial boundaries.

As a poet and playwright, Grimké's work, such as the play 'Rachel,' confronted the brutality of racism and the hope for racial harmony.

Known as the 'Father of the Harlem Renaissance,' his anthology 'The New Negro' pushed for African Americans' cultural and political re-evaluation.

Ellington's orchestral works at the Cotton Club brought jazz to mainstream audiences and elevated it as a sophisticated art form.

Johnson was a multifaceted writer and civil rights activist; his work 'The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man' explored the complexity of race and identity.

A sculptor during the Harlem Renaissance, Savage created works that celebrated black American culture and helped promote the work of other emerging black artists.

A man of many talents, Robeson was an actor, singer, and civil rights activist who brought attention to African American culture through his performances such as 'Othello.'

Her novels, including 'Passing' and 'Quicksand,' examined questions of racial identity and the color line within the black community.

Her poignant vocal style in songs like 'Strange Fruit' addressed the harsh realities of African American life.

Lawrence was a visual artist whose Migration Series depicted the Great Migration of African Americans from the rural South to the urban North.

Known as the 'Empress of the Blues,' Smith's powerful singing voice became a definitive sound of the Harlem Renaissance.

A prominent figure in jazz music, Armstrong's trumpet playing and singing helped popularize jazz beyond the boundaries of Harlem.

Thurman's work like 'The Blacker the Berry' explored issues of colorism and discrimination within the black community itself.