This resolution celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture , recognizing its pivotal role as a leading institution for the preservation, study, and celebration of Black and African life, history, and culture. Originally the 135th Street Branch Public Library, it became a vibrant hub of the Harlem Renaissance, fostering intellectual and artistic development. The Center demonstrated early leadership in diversity by hiring the first African-American and Puerto Rican librarians in New York City. Its evolution was profoundly shaped by Arturo Alfonso Schomburg , an acclaimed Afro-Latino historian whose extensive collection became the foundation of its archives, leading to the institution being renamed in his honor. Designated a National Historic Landmark , the Schomburg Center now boasts over 11 million artifacts, including significant works from influential Black figures. It continues its mission by providing educational programs, fellowships, and youth initiatives, solidifying its lasting impact as a beacon of research and community engagement in African-American and African Diaspora studies.