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The Bronx is always moving. New stories emerge, familiar landmarks take on new meaning, and moments worth preserving continue to unfold across its neighborhoods.
Frames of the Bronx Feed brings together the latest additions from across the collection, highlighting the people, places, traditions, history, and cultural experiences that shape the borough’s identity. This living archive is updated as new stories, reflections, and visual features are added to the Frames of the Bronx galleries..
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Frames of The Bronx Feed
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Written and original art by Dennis Harvell The narrative of the Bronx is often dominated by its urban intensity and cultural output, yet hidden within its borders are vast, surprising natural sanctuaries. The borough is home to some of New York City’s most extensive green spaces, which serve not only as lungs for the city…
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“Until we get equality in education, we won’t have an equal society.” ⚖️ Bronx Hero Spotlight: Sonia Sotomayor 🏛️ Sotomayor: From Bronx Public Housing to the Supreme Court Sonia Sotomayor, born and raised in the Bronx’s South Bronx public housing projects (the Bronxdale Houses), embodies an incredible journey that is a true testament to resilience, determination, and the…
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Written and original art by Dennis Harvell Having established its status as an avenue of architectural grandeur and middle-class dreams, the story of the Grand Concourse is one of constant change and enduring resilience. Like the Bronx itself, this majestic boulevard is a living entity that has adapted to shifting demographics and socio-economic pressures, yet…
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“The I’m just a regular degular shmegular girl from the Bronx.” — Cardi B is under no “With great power comes great responsibility.” 🎤 Bronx Hero Spotlight: Cardi B (Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar) The Foundation & The Vision Cardi B. born in 1992 and raised in the Highbridge section of the Bronx, Cardi B.’s foundation was…
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Written and original art by Dennis Harvell Hip Hop Genesis – Global Impact & Living Legacy Having explored the vital spark and vibrant scene that gave birth to hip-hop in the 1970s Bronx, we now turn our attention to its explosive growth of Hip Hop Genesis and its global impact and living legacy. What began…
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🎨 Bronx Hero Spotlight: Dr. Evelina López Antonetty The Mother of the Puerto Rican Community in the Bronx Education organizes women. Once those wheels start turning, there’s no stopping them.” – Dr. Evelina López Antonetty ✊ Dr. Evelina López Antonetty: Education, Empowerment, and the Fight for Bilingualism Dr. Evelina López Antonetty believed that education was the…
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The Boogie Down Bronx 🏙️Bronx Boogies – Steel, Stone, Story The name “The Boogie Down Bronx” isn’t just a catchy phrase—it’s a declaration of cultural energy, resilience, and the birthplace of hip-hop. 🎶 Brief Flavorable History of the Boogie Down Bronx The nickname “The Boogie Down Bronx” was popularized in the 1970s and 80s, primarily through the…
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🗽 Enter at Your Own Risk” But Risk What, Exactly? They say “Welcome to the Bronx” like it’s a dare. Like you’re stepping into something wild, unpredictable, maybe even dangerous. And you know what? They’re not wrong. But the risk isn’t what you think. You risk falling in love with the rhythm of the streets. …
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The Five Boroughs Of NYC New York City’s five boroughs—Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island—form a vibrant mosaic of culture, history, and urban life. Each borough is its own county, with distinct neighborhoods, landmarks, and rhythms that together shape the city’s global identity. From the towering skyline of Manhattan to the leafy streets…