Muslim Histories of Harlem

Janes Walk

SOLD OUT, WAITLIST OPEN

Led By Katie Merriman

Learn about New York through four centuries of Muslim history, with a focus on the sites and sounds of Harlem. The tour brings to life interracial stories of labor movements, halal food, anti-colonialism, and the prolific life of Malcolm X. Through the Great Migration or more recent immigration, we will see how Muslim intellectuals, artists, and communities have shaped the city. Learn about the links between jazz and Islam at the Apollo Theatre, the presence of a Sufi saint on Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard, and more!

Accessibility

The tour is roughly 1.3 miles long and lasts about two hours. The route is fully on city sidewalks that by law should be wheelchair accessible. There are no stairs. Be sure to wear good sneakers, layers, and bring sunglasses to be ready for the elements. Arrival: The 2/3 125th street station is 1 avenue away and the A/C and B/D 125th street station is two avenues away. Several bus stops are nearby. There is a city bike station on the Adam Clayton Powell Plaza.

Location Information

RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.

guided

Saturday, May 2, 2026
11:00 AM
2 hours

Borough: Manhattan
Theme: Advocacy, History & Culture
Language: English
The Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York, as seen from the west. In the background, the Hotel Theresa is visible, as is Blumstein's department store, the first business along 125th Street to employ blacks as salespeople. Photo by Stern, 2006. Photo Credit: Uucp. Modifications: cropped.