It was also a meeting place for social clubs and political organizations in Harlem. The 'Renny' held prize fights, dance marathons, film screenings, concerts, and stage acts. It was known as the 'Rennie' (also spelled 'Renny') and was an upscale reception hall. It was built and owned, until 1931, by African Americans. The Renaissance Theatre Building, as it was originally named, opened January 1921. Boulevard between 137th and 138th Streets. It spanned the entire eastern frontage of Adam Clayton Powell Jr.
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