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Italian Harlem

area, New York City, New York, United States
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"Italian Harlem" refers to a small enclave within the larger Harlem neighborhood of New York City. This area, primarily situated along First Avenue and Pleasant Avenue, with a central axis on 116th Street, was a remnant of an earlier period of integration. While Harlem as a whole became a significant center for African American culture and the Harlem Renaissance, Italian Harlem represented a distinct ethnic community within this dynamic district. The presence of Italian immigrants and their descendants contributed to the diverse cultural tapestry of Harlem, existing alongside other significant ethnic groups, including a large Puerto Rican population historically centered in East Harlem.12

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