SoHarlem in the Press

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Washington Irving High School students meet apprentices Nelvin de la Rosa and Zaire Benjamin

Instagram

Published on 3/26/2026

Exterior view of the Clifton & Dolores Wharton Center for Performing Arts at Michigan State University, with snow on the roof and surrounding area.

MSU alum’s new play to premiere at Wharton Center

MSU TODAY

WRITTEN BY LISA BRINKER

Published on 2/23/2026

SoHarlem’s Javier Valencia has once again partnered with Costume Designer Niiamar Felder for the upcoming production of Sally: A Solo Play. Written by award-winning playwright Sandra Seaton, and directed by Hannah Ryan, the play centers the narrative on the life of Sally Hemings. The production premiered at the Wharton Center February 19 and will run until February 21, starring Sabrina Sloan, widely known for her role as Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton.

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Build A Nest, eading advocate for artisans & makers globally features Janet Rodriguez on #MakerMonday

Build A Nest on Instagram

Published on 1/5/2026

An Innovative Concept for Supporting Micro-Businesses in the Fashion Industry

bespocCE

Published on 12/2024

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SoHarlem Holiday Market Brings Local, Creative Entrepreneurs to the Manhattanville Campus

Columbia University In The City Of New York

Published on 1/31/2025

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Audrey Society Whirl: The “I Am So Harlem” Fashion Extravaganza Was Epic By Audrey J. Bernard

HCN

Published on 10/16/2024

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Fashion Icon Bethann Hardison Honored at Harlem Benefit

SwagHer Magazine

Written by Mo Glover

Published on 10/9/2024

The ‘I Am So Harlem’ 2024 Fashion Extravaganza was epic!

The Beacon Newspaper

Published on 10/10 - 10/16/2024

The exterior of the Mink Building in New York City, a red brick structure with black framed windows and a sign on the front reading "The Mink Building".

Inside Harlem’s unlikely ‘life-sciences’ boom

NY POST

Written By Anna Staropoli

Published on 10/6/2024

SoHarlem holds annual fashion show & pop-up shop benefit

Amsterdam News

Written by Renee Minus White

Published on 9/26/2024

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SoHarlem, Inc. designer incubator hosts first New York Fashion Week runway show

Head Topics

Published on 9/11/2024

SoHarlem, Inc. designer incubator hosts first New York Fashion Week runway show

MSN

Written by Jessi Mitchell

Published on 9/11/2024

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This New York Fashion Week, one runway features a special showcase of creations coming out of one Harlem studio: Olivia Smashum, Javier Valenica, Donna Drew, and Zaire.

CBS

Written By Jessi Mitchell

Published on 9/11/2024

I Am So Harlem Benefit Honors Bethann Hardison in Harlem

Harlem World

Published on 9/6/2024

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Fashion Legend Bethann Hardison to be Honored with Fashion Show Celebrating

Diversity in Style

Written By BGB-Staff

Published on 8/30/2024

SoHarlem’s Annual Benefit Celebrates Diversity in Fashion with a Tribute to Ms.

Bethann Hardison

Written By ANBW

Published on 8/30/2024

SoHarlem Presents: “I Am So Harlem” Annual Benefit Honoring Fashion Icon ...

Black Enterprise

Written by Stacy Jackson

Published on 8/30/2024

SoHarlem Presents 'I Am So Harlem' Annual Benefit Featuring Debut Fashion Show In Honor Of Fashion Icon Bethann Hardison

Published on 8/30/2024

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SoHarlem: Harlem's Fashion Incubator Championing Equity and Community Empowerment

Newsbreak

Written by Ann Brown

Published on 8/20/2024

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SoHarlem’s designers reflect on the creative process, garment-making, and working in Harlem

Columbia Daily Spectator

Written by KRISTIN MERRILEES

Published on 2/12/2024

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SoHarlem Inc., 11th Annual Benefit Awards Gala Commemorates Legacy and Iconic Innovators of Fashion and Design

Bee Network News

Published on 8/30/22

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What's Poppin'?: SoHarlem honors three fashion industry creatives at 11th anniversary celebration

Beacon NewYork

Written by Audrey J. Bernard

Published on 12/1/22

Black and white promotional poster for Black Smoke fashion event titled "Smoke the Runway" at House Chelsea in New York on February 16, 2026. Features a woman with striking makeup and accessories, with additional text about New York Fashion Week and the event's tagline.

Javier Valencia, Creative Director of BlackSmoke this New York Fashion Week, as Black Smoke returns with Smoke the Runway- New York Edition, a fashion presentation inspired by the legacy of Pop Smoke, rooted in culture, consistency, and creative evolution.

Build A Nest on Instagram

Published on 2/16/2026

February 16, 2026, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM at White House Chelsea, 530 W 25th St, NYC

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Board Member Tanya Meléndez-Escalante, a SoHarlem Board Member, receives the 2026 Vilcek Prize for Fashion & Culture

FIT NEWS ROOM

Published on 2/9/2026

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Tanya Meléndez-Escalante

2026 Vilcek Prize in Fashion & Culture

VILCEK FOUNDATION

Published on 2/4/2026

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Board Member Tanya Meléndez-Escalante, a SoHarlem Board Member, receives the 2026 Vilcek Prize for Fashion & Culture

The Museum at FIT

Published on 2/4/2026

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Javier Valencia, Designer is featured in article: Nueva York: un sueño caleidoscópico de música, gastronomía y Latinxs

Vogue México y Latinoamérica

Written by Alfredo Mineo; Photos: Manuel Zuñiga

Date of Article: 10/19/22

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Harlem Fashion Week Kicked Off The Fashion Week Season With a Weekend Full of Impactful Events

Mefeater

Written by Felicia Kebreau

Date of Article: 9/14/22

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THE DANCE ENTHUSIAST ASKS: Nai-Ni Chen and Janet Rodriguez of SoHarlem on Why Their Costume Collaboration is a Win-Win

The Dance Enthusiast

Written by Sammi Sowerby

Yuka Notsuka and Rio Kakuchi in LUMINESCE; Photo by Jay Savulich

Published on 11/22/21

SoHarlem Doubles Square Footage As It Grows At Janus Property Company’s Mink Building In The Manhattanville Factory District

CityBiz

Published on 5/26/21

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The Black Lives Matter Pratt 2020 Teach-In Examines “In/Visibility” in a Day of Dialogue

PRATT News

Published on 3/2/20

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Expanding our Reach: the Inclusive Creative Economy

LISCNY

Published on 8/8/18

Acceso features SoHarlem's Incubator and Public Art Project

Telemundo

Published on 8/2/15

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SoHarlem: Local Artisan Making a Difference

Amsterdam News

Published on 7/14/14

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Inspired by innovative and creative community development in NYC

Democrat and Chronicle

Written by: Rachel DeGuzman

Published on 3/30/14

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Harlem Group Links Artisans With Formerly Incarcerated Women

DNA INFO

Written by Jeff Mays
Politics Reporter
@JeffCMays
Date of article: 12/26/12

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NUESTROS BARRIOS Una incubadora de talento local en Harlem

El Diario

Witten by Carolina Ledezma

Date of article: 12/12/12

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Merging the Classroom with the Community

The Quadrangle (Manhattan College student newspaper)

Press: Academic

Published on 10/19/17

SoHarlem in Blogs

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Red Carpets

So Harlem’s Inaugural Fashion Show: A Celebration of Style and Social Change

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Wallport Media Group

Discover Adrian Alicea, from the CosMODA Cosplay Runway to Brunch, NYFW SS25

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MSU alum’s new play to premiere at Wharton Center

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