Arturo Schomburg (1874–1938) was a Puerto Rican historian, writer, and activist of African and German descent. He devoted his life to collecting books, documents, and artifacts that celebrated the achievements of people of African descent. His collection became the foundation for the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem, New York. Understanding Schomburg’s dedication to preserving Black history provides critical context for teaching this lesson and inspires students to value their own stories and heritage.
New Jersey Student Learning Standards
- 6.1.2.CivicsCM.3: Explain how diversity, tolerance, fairness, and respect for others can contribute to individuals feeling accepted.
- 6.1.2.HistoryCC.3: Make inferences about how past events, individuals, and innovations affect our current lives.
- 6.1.2.HistoryUP.2: Use evidence to demonstrate how an individual’s beliefs, values, and traditions may change and/or reflect more than one culture.
Curriculum
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- Stage 11
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