First Look at Early African American Arts Scene in Chicago to be Presented June 18 at Roosevelt University

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 13, 2014.  Researchers chronicling contributions made by early African American artists and intellectuals in Chicago will present groundbreaking evidence of an arts scene that flourished long before the Harlem Renaissance or Black Chicago Renaissance during a public forum being held June 18 at Roosevelt University, 430 S.  Michigan Ave., Chicago.

“Beyond the greatness of Chicago’s blues, jazz and gospel music, there is a story to be told about the music, literature and other creative…