The Schomburg Center’s annual Black Comic Book Fest returns to Harlem
The Schomburg Center’s annual Black Comic Book Festival recently returned for its 12th year and united Black comic book enthusiasts for a celebration of creativity, diversity, and empowerment. The event was held April 26-27.
From vibrant comic-filled booths and engaging panels to thrilling cosplay showcases, the festival offered an immersive experience for fans of Black comics, while advancing the careers of Black and POC creators.
Leah Mallory photos
This year, attendees saw the addition of new elements such as a musical, alongside long-standing favorites like the cosplay showcase and drawing workshops.
While preserving its legacy of authentic Black representation, the festival highlighted more voices within the community including LGBTQ+ and Black women’s voices.
Watch the video by Leah Mallory for more on the 2024 Schomburg Black Comic Book Festival.
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