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Gwendolyn B. Bennett (July 8, 1902 – May 30, 1981) was an African American poet, essayist, short-story writer, and artist.

Her best-known poem “To a Dark Girl,” encourages Black women to focus on their self-worth and empower themselves for the future. #Nationalpoetrymonth
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In addition to her poetry, which dealt mainly with racial pride, Bennett published two short stories. Her first, "Wedding Day," appeared in 1926, and her second, "Tokens," in 1927. By the late 1920s and early 1930s, Bennett's works were included in anthologies of American poetry.
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From 1923 to 1931, Gwendolyn Bennett led a support group for young Harlem writers. Langston Hughes, Aaron Douglas, and Alta Sawyer Douglas were members and other notable writers.

Aaron Douglas and his wife, Alta, were former residents of 409 Edgecombe Avenue, NYC #harlem
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