The Chicago Black Renaissance was a cultural and artistic movement that took place in the early to mid-20th century, primarily during the 1920s and 1930s. It was characterized by a flourishing of African American literature, music, and visual arts in Chicago, driven by the Great Migration, which saw many African Americans move from the rural South to urban centers in the North. Key figures of this movement included writers like Gwendolyn Brooks and Richard Wright, as well as musicians such as Louis Armstrong and Mahalia Jackson. The Chicago Black Renaissance played a significant role in shaping African American identity and expression, influencing future generations of artists and thinkers.