Zora Neale Hurston is widely celebrated as one of the most iconic voices of the Harlem Renaissance, but her contributions go far beyond her literary masterpieces. In this video, we uncover the forgotten side of Hurston’s legacy: her groundbreaking work as an anthropologist and cultural preservationist. Traveling across the American South, Haiti, and Jamaica, Hurston documented African American folklore, spiritual practices, and oral traditions at a time when these stories were at risk of being lost. Her immersive approach and unique perspective gave us works like Mules and Men and Tell My Horse, preserving the rich history and traditions of Black communities for future generations. Join us as we explore how Zora Neale Hurston’s anthropological work reshaped the way we understand culture, identity, and the power of storytelling. Her legacy goes beyond literature—it’s a timeless call to celebrate and protect the voices of the marginalized.