The Carlos Lezama Archives
and Caribbean Cultural Center
Painting by: David Moore
Depicts Carlos Lezama and partners posing in front of Washington and Atlantic avenue in Brooklyn the original parade route of the West Indian Day Parade
LET MY WORK SPEAK
FOR ME.
- Carlos Lezama
THE MISSION OF CLACC-C
Our mission is devoted to the development, promotion and preservation of Caribbean culture and history through the collection of archives and Art memorabilia. CLACC-C functions as a learning and resource center. It provides historical, social, and cultural information on the diverse dimensions of Caribbean life.
Virtual Reading of Jaidyn & the King of the Brooklyn Carnival
Chapter 0
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
CULTURAL WARRIOR
CHILDREN’S BOOK
Jaidyn and the King of the Brooklyn Carnival is a historical story that captures Carlos Lezama's journey from a child's perspective. The featured illustrations by renowned artist David Moore displays the cultural influences that inspired him in becoming the 'King of the Brooklyn Carnival.' Carlos fought for what he believed in hence the name 'Cultural Warrior'. It tells the story of how one man, new to a culture, valiantly fought for what matters most..and here we are today in 2019 still celebrating the bravado of carnival and family. His dedication to his culture greatly impacted the Caribbean American community.
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