"Why is studying the Harlem Renaissance still worthwhile in the 21st century?"

I believe that studying the Harlem Renaissance is still worth while in the twenty-first century because it is so rich with history. Without the Harlem Renaissance a lot of influential and key talents would have never been discovered. For instance, Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, Jean Toomer and Claude McKay probably would have never been discover if it weren't for the Harlem Renaissance. The Harlem Renaissance reminds us all of the struggle that many African Americans faced during this time period, and it proves how determination alone can be a powerful possession. However, through the struggles that many African Americans faced during this time period many of them were able to overcome their hardships by producing priceless works of art (poetry, painting, acting, etc.). It must also be said that without learning about the awful things that happened during this time period perhaps the struggles and horrific events that took place (lynchings) would still occur today. It is best to learn about these things so that history will not repeat itself.