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The photo gallery exhibits examples of our community partnerships. SoHarlem also conducted a number of public programs.  Such events focused on historic Harlem traditions including the written word to foster greater recognition for contemporary writers and scholars at the forefront of cultural, historical and literary issues. SoHarlem's goal was to bring writers into direct contact with neighborhood residents and the larger global community, to open searching dialogues and to serve as a center in Harlem for launching creative new work.  

Browse our photo gallery to watch our volunteers and constituents in action. 

 
 

Public & Private Partnerships

The Public Space Partnership Initiative works to make the District’s public commons more welcoming and inspirational and contributes to Manhattanville’s environmental health through greening and eco-restoration. 

The Manhattanville Factory District Public Art Program

●     Integrates artworks and the ideas of artists into Manhattanville’s public spaces to embody the District’s cultural heritage and aesthetics.

The Manhattanville Factory District Green Installation Program

●     A community partnership with the Working Group to Establish Functional Blue Green Spaces in the Manhattanville Factory District initiated to address stormwater run-off and to create inviting green spaces for recreation and pedestrian traffic.

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Apr 6
Remembering Two Giants in the Arts David C.Driskell and Freddy Rodriguez
November 17, 2022 @ 5:30 - 7:30PM Deborah Willis, artist, educator, scholar and prolific writer shares recent publication
Nov 17
November 17, 2022 @ 5:30 - 7:30PM Deborah Willis, artist, educator, scholar and prolific writer shares recent publication

November 17, 2022 @ 5:30PM

A salon with the artist, educator, scholar and prolific writer Deb Willis launching a new publication she co-authored with Cheryl Finley, Nobody Knows My Name. The book presents artists working in photography, video, silkscreen, projection and mixed-media installation, all of them exploring the possibilities of freedom. Deb will be joined by Adama Delphine Fawundu, artist and Dr. Cheryl Finley art historian. The artists and authors will share their stories and autograph their new book.

November 12, 2022 @ 3-6PM  Olivia Smashum, SoHarlem Designer-In-Residence
Nov 12
November 12, 2022 @ 3-6PM  Olivia Smashum, SoHarlem Designer-In-Residence

November 12, 2022 @ 2PM

Olivia Smashum, SoHarlem Designer-In-Residence, will host Shop & Sip with her fellow designers.

Prior to starting her journey as a designer, she spent 20 years in entertainment and digital media. She served as executive vice president of marketing and product development at HBO and during her tenure led the customer relationship efforts for its 25 million members and the affiliate marketing for such iconic brands as Sex in the City, Sopranos, Cinemax, among others.

At SoHarlem she has developed a life-style brand featuring resort wear, home decor, urban chic wears and designs that “make you feel and look good.”

November Public Programs @ Malt House: A Vision for the Manhattanville Factory; November 10, 2022 @ 5:30PM
Nov 10
November Public Programs @ Malt House: A Vision for the Manhattanville Factory; November 10, 2022 @ 5:30PM

November Public Programs @ Malt House:

November 10, 2022 @ 5:30PM

The Potential of the Manhattanville Factory

Scott Metzner, Principal of Janus Properties; and Stella Betts, partner at Levenbetts; and Rosalie Genevro, Executive Director, Architectural League will be discussing the architectural wonders, challenges and vision for the Manhattanville Factory District.