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Langston Hughes House, Historic brownstone residence in Harlem, US

The three-story brownstone building at 20 East 127th Street features Italianate architectural elements with a 20-foot wide facade and 45-foot depth.

African American writer Langston Hughes utilized the top floor as his creative workspace from 1947 until his death in 1967.

The residence maintains poetry workshops called Langston's Parlor, where writers gather to develop their skills and present their compositions.

While the house does not offer individual visits, participants can attend scheduled community events, lectures, and educational programs.

The building received recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 for its connection to African American literature.

Location: Manhattan

Inception: 1869

Architectural style: Italianate architecture

Address: 20 East 127th Street

GPS coordinates: 40.80722,-73.94083

Latest update: March 6, 2025 06:23

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