Harlem: Central Harlem Sunday Gospel with Locals

Discover an iconic scene often captured in film and photographs, beautifully dressed women with impressive hats in Harlem heading to church for Sunday worship. Go beyond the pictures and see how worship and church family form an integral part of life and a source of weekly spiritual sustenance. Sunday Gospel in Harlem invites you to be a part of this custom by respectfully joining a local church family for an hour of worship. This is a non-traditional worship service which includes singing and praise dance. Learn neighborhood history and importance of houses of worship. Visit a local church and participate in gospel worship with parishioners. Enjoy a sense of community and camaraderie. See some of Harlem's historic sites that are associated with the Harlem Renaissance.

Not allowed

• Cameras
• Luggage or large bags
• Shorts

Know before you go

• For Black churches, praise and giving are a part of worship. Kindly consider a donation of $5 each to the church's offering basket which is passed during the service is requested. This contribution helps the church to grow its ministry and continue its work.
• If there are no bookings available for Sunday Gospel, we invite you to book for Hallelujah! Gospel Wednesday in Harlem.
• No photography or video during church service, and only small backpacks
• No tank tops or short shorts